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Chapter 25, Problem 8CT
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Influenza viruses can be possibly devastating biological weapons. Why
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Scientist manipulates the microorganisms to bring advancements in the industry, medicine, and food production. Any disease-causing agents, like viruses, fungal toxins, bacteria, rickettsiae or other biological agents that may be used as weapons against plants, animals, and humans are termed as biological weapons.
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