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How has the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis helped us in controlling caterpillars of insect pests?

Solution:

The bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis aids in the control of insect pest caterpillars by producing an endotoxin in the caterpillar’s midgut after it is ingested by the pest. The endotoxin released will kill the insects’ midgut lining.