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Bt endotoxin that exists as inactive pro...

Bt endotoxin that exists as inactive protoxin is converted in to active toxin once bollworm ingests it due to

A

Acidic condition of the gut

B

Optimum plasma osmolality in the gut

C

Action of digestive enzymes in the gut

D

Alkaline condition of the gut

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D
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