Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) strains have been used for designing novel:
- Bio-metallurgical technique
- Bio-mineralization processes
- Bio-insecticidal plants
- Bio-fertilizers
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Bt strains are well-known for their ability to produce proteins that are toxic to certain insect pests. These Bt proteins have been incorporated into genetically modified (GM) plants to create bio-insecticidal crops, often referred to as Bt crops. These plants produce their own insecticidal proteins, providing built-in protection against specific insect pests, reducing the need for chemical pesticides.
So, the correct option is (C): bio-insecticidal plants
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Biotechnology
Biotechnology is a vast field of biology that involves the creation, production, and modification of useful products for human welfare using both the technology and the execution of living organisms and their components. An agricultural engineer, Karoly Ereky, coined the word "biotechnology" in 1919, achieving him the title of "Father of Biotechnology."
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