Describe the categories of weapons of mass destruction and provide examples of each.

What will be an ideal response?


Weapons of mass destruction include nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons. An attack on a nuclear power plant is an example of a nuclear weapon of mass destruction. Biological weapons of mass destruction can be bacteria, viruses, or biological toxins. Diseases such as smallpox and anthrax could infect large numbers of people over a large geographical area. Chemical weapons of mass destruction have different levels of toxicity and lethality, and there is a variety of chemicals that can be used as a WMD. Mustard gas is an example of a chemical weapon.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. executive appointment B. legislative vote C. judicial appointment D. popular election

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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