Mighty Mouse on IBook G3 900 Mhz

Hello,
my name is Vincenzo.
I have a IBook G3 900 Mhz, without bluetooth module.
I'm interesting to buy Apple Mighty Mouse Wireless, and i have external USB - Bluetooth.
The Mighty Mouse is compatible with external Bluetooth?
Thanks Vincenzo

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