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Nuclear Terrorism
Pages 149-155

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... However, of all weapons of mass destruction, nuclear weapons still represent the most frightening threat to humankind. Nuclear weapons possess an enormous destructive force.
From page 150...
... There is also considerably greater technological sophistication today and there is much more information available to the public, especially on the Internet. The greatest change, however, since the early days of nuclear weapons and nuclear power is that terrorists have easier access to nuclear and radioactive materials.
From page 151...
... Hence, our government must remain ever vigilant to prevent nuclear weapons or weapons-usable materials from falling into the wrong hands. Radiological Terrorism The human consequences of radiological devices detonated in high-value places are orders of magnitude less than those of a nuclear detonation.
From page 152...
... The potential damages resulting from terrorist attacks on nuclear power plants depend on inherent design features and on local protective measures, which in turn vary widely from country to country. The IAEA reports that there are 438 nuclear power reactors in operation worldwide (with 103 of these in the United States)
From page 153...
... The U.S. nuclear weapons laboratories have over the years developed several potential approaches.
From page 154...
... Again, the United States has significant training experience with the Department of Energy's Accident Response Group (ARG) and its Nuclear Emergency Search Teams (NEST)
From page 155...
... 1999. Strengthening the safety of radiation sources and the security of radioactive materials: timely action.


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