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Explain in detail how cotton plants can be genetically modified to produce the Bt poison.

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They're modified by adding genes that are encoded with toxin crystals.

Step-by-step explanation:

More info:

1. The toxins are in the Cry group of endotoxins

2. It is activated by a high pH

3. It is used as a pesticide

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