Define what is meant by the term "weapons of mass destruction" and provide examples. Describe the circumstances surrounding the past use of any of these, such as who used them and why, and with what consequences.

What will be an ideal response?


The ideal answer should include:
1. Weapons of mass destruction: Nuclear weapons and biological agents that have the potential to annihilate thousands or even millions of people quickly.
2. United States only country to have used nuclear bombs: used on Japan twice-Hiroshima, with up to 80,000 almost immediately killed, and Nagasaki, killing another 40,000 immediately.
3. Chemical weapons may be even larger threat; have long history and have been used many times, especially during World War I. Recent use in Syria.

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