GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -Agent Orange is a chemical herbicide and defoliant, one of the “tactical use” Rainbow Herbicides. It was used by the U.S. military as part of its herbicidal warfare program, Operation Ranch Hand, during the Vietnam War from 1961 to 1971.

Detailed explanation-2: -Agent Orange is a blend of tactical herbicides the U.S. military sprayed from 1962 to 1971 during Operation Ranch Hand in the Vietnam War to remove trees and dense tropical foliage that provided enemy cover.

Detailed explanation-3: -Agent Orange was a herbicide mixture used by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War. Much of it contained a dangerous chemical contaminant called dioxin. Production of Agent Orange ended in the 1970s and is no longer in use. The dioxin contaminant however continues to have harmful impact today.

Detailed explanation-4: -Because of its high dioxin content, Agent Orange is a carcinogen, meaning that it can cause cancer in those who are exposed.

Detailed explanation-5: -Two synthetic auxins, together nicknamed Agent Orange, were used during the Vietnam War in massive defoliation efforts. Dioxin, an impurity in this herbicide, has been implicated in the health problems of Vietnam veterans.