Question

Most widely used bioweapon is
A. Bacillus subtilis
B. Pseudomonas putida
C. Bacillus anthracis
D. None of the above

Answer 1

Hint: Bioweapons or Biological weapons are deadly microorganisms like bacteria, virus, etc which are used to cause death in human beings by causing disease in them.

Complete answer:
Bacillus anthracis is the most widely used bioweapon. It is a spore-forming bacteria that causes disease in human beings and livestock. The bacteria is found in two forms: cutaneous anthrax and inhalation anthrax. Cutaneous anthrax is an infection of the skin caused by direct contact with the bacterium. Respiratory anthrax is an infectious disease caused by inhaling the spores of the bacterium. Anthrax is a serious infectious disease caused by gram-positive, rod-shaped bacteria known as Bacillus anthracis.

Bacillus subtilis is a gram-positive, spore-forming, motile bacteria. It is a versatile probiotic used in an array of applications. It is mostly found in soil. They grow in the mesophilic temperature range.

Pseudomonas putida is a gram-negative, saprotrophic bacterium that normally lives in water. They have also been reported as opportunistic human pathogens capable of causing nosocomial infections.

Note: Bioterrorism is the intentional release of viruses, bacteria, or other germs that can sicken or kill people, livestock, or crops. A biological agent may injure or kill people, animals, or plants, the goal for the terrorist is to further their social and political goals by making their civilian targets feel as if their government cannot protect them.