Which of the Following Microbes Produces a Protein That Kills

Question

Which of the following microbes produces a protein that kills a variety of insect pests?
A) Pseudomonas
B) Haemophilus influenzae
C) Bacillus thuringiensis
D) Thermus aquaticus
E) Plasmodium falciparum

Accepted Answer

Bacillus thuringiensis produces a protein called Cry toxin that kills a variety of insect pests. This protein is commonly used as a biological control agent in agriculture to protect crops from insect damage.