15 Questions
What is the principal reason e-cigarettes are popular with adults?
To reduce or stop smoking cigarettes
What is a common side effect of vaping?
Headaches and dizziness
What is a effect of nicotine on children and teenagers?
It slows down their brain development
What is inside the cartridges of e-cigarettes?
Nicotine, propylene glycol, and flavourings
Why are there stricter regulations on e-cigarettes in the UK?
To reduce the harmful chemicals in the cartridges
Why do people believe vaping is a better alternative to smoking?
Because vaping is less harmful than smoking
What is one of the side effects of using e-cigarettes?
Headaches
What is a key ingredient in e-cigarettes that can be addictive?
Nicotine
What is the main component of an e-cigarette?
Cartridge
What happened to the ingredients in e-cigarette cartridges in 2016?
Strict laws were passed to regulate them
What do people think e-cigarettes are a better solution than smoking?
E-cigarettes are less harmful than cigarettes
What is a potential side effect of using e-cigarettes on young people?
They are at more risk of starting to do other drugs
What powers e-cigarettes?
Batteries
Why should e-cigarettes ONLY be used by people over the age of 18 (18+) ?
Because nicotine can slow brain development
What does the 2016 legislation in the UK mean for e-cigarette manufacturers?
They must respect new regulations
Study Notes
E-Cigarettes and Vaping
- E-cigarettes are popular among adults who wish to reduce or stop smoking cigarettes altogether.
- Vaping has grown in popularity since the 2006 ban on smoking in indoor spaces in Scotland, which aimed to prevent second-hand smoke that killed almost 900 people annually.
E-Cigarette Composition and Function
- E-cigarettes are powered by batteries and contain cartridges with three main substances: nicotine, propylene glycol, and flavourings.
- When the liquid in the cartridge is heated, it creates a vapour, hence the term 'vaping'.
Regulations and Side Effects
- In 2016, the UK government passed strict laws regulating the ingredients in e-cigarette cartridges to prevent dangerous chemicals.
- Nicotine, a stimulant drug, can be highly addictive and remains in the body for up to three days.
- Some people experience headaches, dizziness, and nausea after using e-cigarettes, and the lungs can also become irritated.
Age Restrictions and Risks
- E-cigarettes are intended for those aged 18 and over because nicotine can slow brain development in children and teenagers, affecting learning, memory, and concentration.
- Young people who vape are more likely to try smoking cigarettes and are at an increased risk of trying other drugs.
Benefits and Effectiveness
- E-cigarettes do not produce tar or carbon monoxide, two of the most harmful elements found in cigarettes.
- Vaping has been shown to be an effective way for smokers to give up cigarettes and stop smoking entirely.
Learn about the laws and regulations surrounding e-cigarettes, their popularity among those who want to quit smoking, and the benefits of vaping over traditional cigarettes.
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