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Bt toxin is obtained from:...

Bt toxin is obtained from:

A

Prokaryotes

B

Eukaryotes

C

Both (a) and (b)

D

None of these

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The correct Answer is:
A
Bacillus Thuringiensis is obtained from bacteria (Prokaryotes) that produce proteins which are toxic to insects.
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