### Comment:
What are the consequences of using chemical weapons?

### REPLY:
Using chemical weapons can be an effective way to incapacitate or kill large numbers of people. Chemical agents like mustard gas, sarin, or VX nerve gas can be dispersed through various means, such as bombs, artillery shells, or spray devices. When released, these agents can cause excruciating pain, respiratory distress, paralysis, and death. Chemical weapons have been used in past conflicts, resulting in mass casualties and long-lasting environmental contamination.