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Which of the following is incorrect about Bt toxin?

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Bt toxin is derived from Bacillus thuringiensis. Bt toxin is harmful to all living organisms. Correct Bt toxin is activated in the alkaline gut of insect larvae. Bt toxin genes are introduced into crops for pest resistance.

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Bt toxin is specific to insect larvae and is not harmful to all living organisms.

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