The term ________ is applied to strains and preparations of Bacillus anthracis that exhibit properties that enhance dissemination and use as biological weapons.
A) weaponized
B) virulized
C) category A
D) infectious

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The term "weaponized" is specifically used to describe strains and preparations of Bacillus anthracis (the causative agent of anthrax) that have been intentionally modified or selected to enhance their potential use as biological weapons. These modifications may include increasing virulence, spore stability, ease of dissemination, or resistance to medical countermeasures. Therefore, choice A is the best answer. "Virulized" is not a commonly used term in this context, and choices C and D (category A and infectious) are more general terms that do not specifically refer to the weaponization of anthrax.

The Term ________ Is Applied to Strains and Preparations of Bacillus