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Bioterrorism and Agroterrorism

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What is the primary goal of agroterrorism?

To promote fear and social unrest

To cause economic crises in the agricultural and food industry

To undermine the confidence in the government

All of the above (correct)

What is the term used to describe the deliberate introduction of an animal or plant disease?

Biological terrorism

Agroterrorism (correct)

Eco-terrorism

Bioterrorism

What is a potential impact of agroterrorism on human health?

It can lead to economic losses only

It can put human health at risk (correct)

It can cause food shortages only

It can only affect animal health

What is a characteristic of an agroterrorism incident?

It may present as an unusual or unnatural occurrence Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential impact of agroterrorism on international trade?

It can decrease international trade Signup and view all the answers

What is an important factor to consider when investigating a potential agroterrorism incident?

The similarity of outbreaks in different areas Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason for using agroterrorism over bioterrorism?

Lower likelihood of detection Signup and view all the answers

Why have bioweapons been largely discontinued?

Ineffectiveness in military operations Signup and view all the answers

What is a desired outcome of agroterrorism?

Trade embargoes and food shortages Signup and view all the answers

How have livestock vulnerabilities contributed to the risks of agroterrorism?

Poor biosecurity measures Signup and view all the answers

What led to smallpox becoming a public health threat again?

Discontinuation of the vaccine Signup and view all the answers

Why was plague not fully weaponized in the USA?

Challenges with virulence Signup and view all the answers