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In September 2001, which of the followin...

In September 2001, which of the following was used as a bioweapon agent in America

A

Botulinum

B

Anthrax (Bacillus anthracis)

C

Polio virus

D

AIDS virus

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about a specific bioweapon agent that was used in America in September 2001. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - Botulinum - Anthrax - Poliovirus - AIDS 3. **Researching the Context**: In September 2001, shortly after the 9/11 attacks, there were incidents involving anthrax letters sent through the mail, which caused widespread fear and concern. 4. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Botulinum**: This is a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, but it was not used in the 2001 attacks. - **Anthrax**: This is caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis and was indeed used as a bioweapon in the 2001 attacks. - **Poliovirus**: This virus causes poliomyelitis but was not used as a bioweapon. - **AIDS**: The virus that causes AIDS (HIV) is not a bioweapon and does not spread in the same manner as other infectious agents. 5. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the correct answer is **Anthrax** (Bacillus anthracis), which was used as a bioweapon in America in September 2001. **Final Answer**: Anthrax ---
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