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Which of the following gene is introduced in plant to protect it from corn borer?

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cryIAc

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cryIIAc

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cryIAb

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cryIIAb

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The correct option is C cryIAb
Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) bacteria synthesize different insecticidal proteins named Cry, Vip, and Cyt that are able to kill different insect orders, or nematodes. The cryIAb gene produces toxins against corn borer.

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