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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question
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Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is primarily known in agriculture for its role as a:
Options
A Nitrogen fixer
B Fungal biocontrol agent
C Natural insect toxin
Correct Answer
D Decomposer
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 7, under 'BIOPESTICIDES & SOIL HEALTH,' states that Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is a 'natural insect toxin; basis of Bt crops.'

Hint

Think about its common use in genetically modified crops for pest resistance.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Role and Applications of Microorganisms
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 512 of 984
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