Week 7 Vocabulary Flash Cards

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Proliferation

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The spread of nuclear or biological weapons to countries that previously did not have them.

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Deterrence

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The strategy of preventing an attack by promising strong retaliation, often with nuclear weapons.

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Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)

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An international agreement designed to stop the spread of nuclear weapons.

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Biological Weapons Convention (BWC)

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A treaty that bans the development and possession of biological weapons.

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Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMDs)

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Weapons that can cause large-scale death and destruction, including nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons.

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Terrorism

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The use of violence or threats by non-state groups to create fear and achieve political, religious, or ideological goals.

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Non-State Actor

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Groups or individuals (like terrorist organizations) that have significant political or military influence but are not tied to a nation-state.

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Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT)

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A treaty that prohibits all nuclear test explosions worldwide.

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Homeland Security

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National efforts to protect a country from terrorism, disasters, and other threats.

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Insurgency

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An armed rebellion against an established government or occupying power, sometimes tied to terrorism.