### Question
How is the "vector" defined?


### Answer
The term **vector** is defined in *18 U.S.C. § 178* as follows -

> a living organism, or molecule, including a recombinant or synthesized molecule, capable of carrying a biological agent or toxin to a host

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 178*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 10-BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS**

