Difference between revisions of "Tear gas"
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| − | '''Tear gas''' is gas or powder which irritates the eyes | + | '''Tear gas''' is gas or powder which irritates the eyes<ref>Tear Gas is a chemical substance that irritates the eyes and mucous membranes with the primary physical effect manifesting in coughing and choking. Tear Gas is used in a variety of ways such as riot control and to force the surrender of fugitives confined to a structure. [http://www.trauma-scene-clean-up.com/Tear_Gas_Removal.html]</ref> so much as to make violent behavior difficult to sustain. It is used in [[riot control]] and in military operations. |
| − | so much as to make violent behavior difficult to sustain. It is used in [[riot control]] and in military operations. | ||
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Latest revision as of 13:58, September 16, 2011
Tear gas is gas or powder which irritates the eyes[1] so much as to make violent behavior difficult to sustain. It is used in riot control and in military operations.