4.7 Weapons of mass destruction

Question 1

What are the benefits of WMD?

Answer 1

• Deterrence
• Stronger, quicker method of winning a war
• Protects the side using them
• Prevents further casualties in a long lasting war
• May save a larger group of people

Question 2

What are the cons of WMD?

Answer 2

• Cause destruction and devastation on a large scale
• Cannot pinpoint the target = innocent lives are lost
• Has long-lasting effects, e.g. radiation poisoning
• Hard to store
• Not fair for the other side