Question
Biology Question on Microbes in human welfare
Bacillus thuringiensis is used to control
A
bacterial pathogens
B
fungal pathogens
C
nematodes
D
insect pests
Answer
insect pests
Explanation
Solution
Bacillus thuringiensis produce proteins that kill certain insects such as lepidopterans, coleopterans and dipterans. B. thuringiensis forms protein crystals during a particular phase of their growth. These crystals contain toxic insecticidal protein.