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Which of the following statements regarding Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is incorrect?

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Bt toxin is used as a biopesticide. Bt produces an inactive toxin that becomes active in insect guts. Bt is used in genetically modified crops for pest control. Bt toxin affects human cells like pesticides do. Correct

Explanation

Bacillus thuringiensis toxin is highly specific to insect larvae and does not affect humans.

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