Is Anthrax a biological warfare agent?
Yes. As an agent of biological warfare, it is suspected that a cloud of Anthrax spores would be released at a strategic location to be inhaled by the people under attack. As such, the symptoms of Anthrax encountered in warfare would mimic those expected for inhalation of anthrax spores, as opposed to those expected for skin contact or ingestion of the bacteria. Is Anthrax a bioterrorism agent? If somebody sent me anthrax in a letter or package, would I be able to see it? Generally, yes. For anthrax spores to be used as a weapon, they need to be dried and processed into a stable, powder-like form that will disperse in the air. The most refined bacterial spores form a fine, white dust. Cruder preparations have a brownish tint and are heavier; these spores tend to clump together and drop to the ground, making them less effective terror weapons. Is anthrax treatable? Yes, to varying degrees. Contact and ingested forms respond best to treatment, with many of the antibiotics currently on the
