Number: RL31669
Title: Terrorism: Background on Chemical, Biological, and Toxin Weapons and Options for Lessening Their Impact
Authors: Dana A. Shea Resources, Science, and Industry Division 
Abstract: This report provides an overview of chemical, biological, and toxin weapons and their treatment; a summary of why some of these weapons may be more attractive to terrorist groups than conventional weapons; select aspects of the current response against chemical, biological and toxin terrorism; and potential options towards lessening these weapons impact.
Pages: 15
Date: December 1, 2004