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What are true statements about biological agents used in attacks?
Biological agents can be used in attacks to intentionally harm people, livestock, or crops. Some potential biological agents used in attacks include anthrax, botulinum toxin, and ricin. Biological agents can be dispersed through the air, water, or food supply, making them difficult to detect and combat.
What are some truths about biological agents used in attacks?
There are vaccinations, medicines, and treatments for some, but not all. Some agents act quickly, while others incubate for days to weeks.
Biological attacks will generally go unnoticed for a period of time What group will generally be the first to detect such an attack?
health agents or medical hospitals
Identify TWO TRUE statments about biological agents used in attacks?
There are vaccinations, medicines, and treatment for some, but not all. Some agents act quickly, while others incubalte for several days to weeks
What has the author Dana A Shea written?
Dana A. Shea has written: 'Small-scale terrorist attacks using chemical and biological agents' -- subject(s): Biological weapons, Bioterrorism, Chemical terrorism, Chemical weapons, Terrorism
What are three biological warfare agents that are toxins?
Three biological warfare agents that are toxins are: Ricin Botulism Staphylococcal Enterotoxin (SEB)
Which of the following is not among the categories of biological agents?
Amines Biological agents include bacterial, parasitic, fungal, viral, and Rickettsial/Chlamydia.
What is a Biological attack?
A biological attack involves the deliberate release of pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, or toxins, to harm or intimidate a population. These agents can cause widespread illness, fear, and disruption, potentially overwhelming healthcare systems and causing significant societal impact. Biological attacks are considered a form of bioterrorism and can target civilians, infrastructure, or specific groups. The use of biological agents is strictly regulated under international law due to their potential for catastrophic effects.
What agents may be used to deliver biological warfare agents?
insect vectors
What the following equipment is used for collection andor detection of biological agents?
Biological safety cabinets are used for handling biological agents safely by providing a contained workspace with controlled airflow. Biosensors are used for detecting and measuring biological agents in samples by converting a biological response into an electrical signal. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) machines are used to amplify and detect DNA or RNA of biological agents for identification and analysis.
Attacks the airways and lungs?
Choking Agents
Attacks muscles of the body?
nerve agents
