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Which of the following bacteria is associated with the production of bioinsecticide?

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Bacillus subtilis
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Bacillus thuringiensis
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Agrobacterium
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Azotobacter
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Solution

The correct option is B Bacillus thuringiensis
Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is a species of bacteria that can infect and kill insects and thus, it is used as an insecticide. It is used to control pests like butterfly caterpillars.

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