12 Questions
What is the addictive chemical present in tobacco?
Nicotine
Which gas in cigarette smoke reduces the body's ability to carry oxygen?
Carbon monoxide
Which organ is most affected by increased clotting tendency due to smoking?
Heart
Which part of the body experiences bronchospasm as a side effect of smoking?
Lungs
Which chemical in cigarettes is classified as a carcinogen?
Tar
What is the main reason why smoking is linked to a higher death rate?
Increases the risk of serious diseases like lung cancer and bronchitis
What is passive smoking?
Inhaling smoke from other people's cigarettes
Which organ can be damaged by excessive alcohol consumption over time?
Kidneys
What is one of the effects of cirrhosis, a liver disorder caused by excessive drinking of alcohol?
Heart disease
Which drug is often mistaken for a stimulant due to its effect on inhibition?
Alcohol
What damaging effect can tobacco have on the body?
Lung cancer
What do emotional and physical dependence on a substance refer to?
Physical dependence may result in withdrawal symptoms, while emotional dependence may cause cravings for the substance.
Learn about the use of tobacco in cigarette smoking, its addictive nature due to nicotine, and the harmful effects of smoking on the body including tissue damage, increased clotting tendency, lightheadedness, headache, and more.
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