In contemporary biology, Bacillus thuringiensis is widely used as an alternative for which of the following purposes?

Insecticides

The bacterium, Bacillus thuringiensis, is widely used in contemporary biology as an alternative to (a) insecticides. This bacterium produces insecticidal proteins that are effective against certain insect pests, making it a popular choice for environmentally friendly pest control in agriculture.

 (b) Bacillus thuringiensis is not used as an agent for the production of dairy products. Its primary application lies in the field of insect pest management.

(c) While Bacillus thuringiensis can produce certain enzymes, it is not primarily used as a source of industrial enzymes . Instead, it is valued for its ability to produce insecticidal proteins.

(d)Bacillus thuringiensis is not used as an indicator of water pollution.

It is mainly employed as a biological control agent for insect pests in agricultural settings, reducing the need for chemical insecticides.