Chapter 13. Bioterrorism
Human Pathogens of Potential Use in Bioterrorism
Toxins
Biodefenses
Agroterrorism
Recommendations
Final Considerations
Bioterrorism is the term used to descibe the offensive employment of biological substances or toxins with the objective of causing harm to an individual or a group of individuals. These activities, in general, cause damage, intimidation, or coercion, and are usually associated with threats causing public panic. The most common biological agents used as weapons are microorganisms and their associated toxins, which can be used to promote disease or death in people, animals, and even plants. The agents of contamination ...
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