NEET2019Zoology-Biotechnology

NEET 2019 Zoology Bt Cotton MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

What triggers activation of protoxin to active Bt toxin of the Bacillus thuringiensis in boll worm?

A

Alkaline pH of gut

B

Acidic pH of stomach

C

Body temperature

D

Moist surface of midgut

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The alkaline pH of the insect gut activates the protoxin to form the active Bt toxin, which is toxic to the insect.

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