Question

Bacillus thuringiensis is a

• A. Bacterium
• B. Bioherbicide
• C. Bio fertilizer
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Bacterium

Bacillus thruringiensis is a bacterium. This bacterium has a gene called the Cry gene. This gene produces a protein called Cry protein which is toxic to many pests that commonly infest cotton crops. Using the Cry gene, bio-pesticidal plants were made that could counter the infestation of pests without the need for pesticides.