Thuringiensin
- Pronunciation
- /THUR-in-jee-EN-sin/
- Category
- Biology
- Singular
- Thuringiensin
- Plural
- Thuringiensins
Definition
A soluble, heat-stable beta-exotoxin produced by Bacillus thuringiensis during the vegetative growth stage of the bacteria. It has several properties, including insecticidal, feeding deterrent, and teratological effects.
Etymology
From the genus Bacillus thuringiensis, which produces the toxin.
Example
Thuringiensin is a potent insecticide used in organic pest control.