Q. The inactive form of Bt toxin is converted to the active form in the insect gut ____
A) by nucleases
B) due to alkaline pH
C) due to acidic pH
D) by proteases
Explanation
[Solution from source] Bt toxin is stored as an inactive protoxin; the alkaline pH of the insect gut solubilises the crystals and activates it. Answer (2).
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