Entity: VX
VX is an extremely toxic chemical weapon and nerve agent with no known uses except in chemical warfare. It is classified as a weapon of mass destruction by the United Nations.
VX
Etymology
The origin of the term VX is derived from its chemical composition and classification as a nerve agent.
Definition
VX is a highly lethal nerve agent used as a chemical weapon, classified as a weapon of mass destruction. It is an extremely toxic substance with no known uses except in chemical warfare.
Historical Context
VX was classified as a weapon of mass destruction by the United Nations in UN Resolution 687. It is similar in action to sarin and tabun, and is considered one of the most toxic chemical weapons.
Cultural Significance
VX has been associated with illegal underground culture related to trading and writing computer viruses. It is also known as a very toxic nerve gas weapon of mass destruction.
Related Concepts
- Sarin
- Tabun
- Nerve agents
See Also
A highly lethal nerve agent used as a chemical weapon, classified as a weapon of mass destruction.