RadiologicalWeaponsThemainradiologicalweaponisthe‘DirtyBomb’ — Is a non-nuclear bomb with radioactive material included with the explosive. The explosion of this bomb isn’t nuclear, however the effects on people and property are very similar. The main effects are radiation sickness, which usually leads to death. These bombs are thought to be the first choice of many terrorists, as they are relatively easy to acquire components and construct, compared to nuclear bombs.

Threat of Radiological warfare, Radiological weapons and Dirty Bombs

Rajesh Uppal
July 7, 2021
Global Risks & Future Threats, Security & Threat Management, Weapons & Munitions

The threats of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) hazards continue to advance. CBRN weapons are some of the most indiscriminate and deadly weapons in existence today, with capability to affect large population in wide geographical area and in short time. The release of Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) materials, whether deliberate or…

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