Why is $Bt$ toxin not toxic to human beings?

  • A
    The toxin recognises only insect-specific targets.
  • B
    $Bt$ toxin activation requires a temperature above the human body temperature.
  • C
    $Bt$ toxin formation forms a pro-$Bt$ state which requires a $pH$ lower than the one present in the human stomach.
  • D
    Conversion of pro-$Bt$ to the active $Bt$ state takes place only in highly alkaline conditions.

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