Health Effects of Smoking Quiz

Nicotine is the addictive component in tobacco smoke.

Smoking primarily affects the lungs, leading to various diseases like lung cancer and COPD.

Nicotine is the primary addictive substance found in tobacco smoke.

Tar, a residue from burning tobacco, contains carcinogens causing lung cancer.

Osteoporosis is not directly linked to smoking; however, smoking can indirectly impact bone health.

Smoking increases the risk of atherosclerosis, narrowing and hardening of arteries.

Nicotine withdrawal often leads to decreased appetite as a common symptom.

Smoking during pregnancy can lead to numerous complications, but it is not directly associated with an increased risk of gestational diabetes.

Mainstream smoke is the smoke exhaled by a smoker, containing numerous harmful chemicals.

Over 90% of lung cancer deaths are directly linked to smoking.

Tar from cigarettes contributes significantly to the development of COPD among smokers.

Smoking can weaken the immune system, reducing the body's response to vaccines and infections.

Fetal tobacco syndrome occurs when a pregnant woman smokes, leading to harm to the developing fetus.