All the following statements are correct for $Bt$ toxin,but one is wrong. Which one is wrong?

  • A
    $Bt$ toxin is produced by bacteria called $Bacillus$ $thuringiensis$.
  • B
    $Bt$ toxins are protein toxins like thurioside and sporeine which are active against different groups of insects.
  • C
    $Bt$ toxin is harmful for man.
  • D
    Upon ingestion by susceptible insects,the $Bt$ protoxin is converted into an active form and kills the insects.

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