What is Bt?

Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is a spore forming (Flash animation) bacterium that produces crystals protein (cry proteins), which is toxic to many species of insects.

Where is Bt found?

Bt can is found almost everywhere in the world. Surveys has indicated that Bt was distributed in the soil sparsely but frequently worldwide. Bt have been found in all types of terrain, including beaches, desert, and tundra habitats.

How many kinds of Bt is there?

There is thousands of different Bt strains, producing over + cry proteins that is active against an extensive Range of insects and some other invertebrates.

What type of bacteria is Bt?

Bt belongs to the family of bacteria, bacillus cerus (B. Cerus). B. Cerus strains produce toxins that cause gastroenteritis (food poisoning) in humans. Bt is differentiated from B. Cerus because it contains a plasmid (Flash animation)that PR Oduces the protein crystals that is toxic to insects. Btdoes not cause food poisoning.

Where is Bt used?

Bt is largely used in agriculture, especially organic farming. Btis also used in urban aerial spraying programs, and in transgenic crops. To learn more about each of the these topics, click on the corresponding link on the left. Xro.pw

What is Bt?