Welcome to the complex and quite disconcerting world of chemical warfare. For many, the term can sound like something from a dystopian novel or a science fiction movie. 

However, it’s a very real and grave issue that continues to loom over our world today.

At its most basic, chemical warfare involves using chemical substances to cause harm or death, usually in conflict. 

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But what does that mean, exactly? Well, imagine a potent substance that just a tiny amount could lead to severe illness or even death. Sounds pretty scary, but that’s the chilling reality of chemical warfare.