Tobacco and Health Quiz

Tar is a chemical in tobacco smoke linked to lung cancer.

Nicotine is the primary addictive substance in tobacco products.

Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is a common smoking cessation aid that helps reduce withdrawal symptoms.

Secondhand smoke refers to the involuntary exposure to tobacco smoke in the air, even if the person is not actively smoking.

Exposure to thirdhand smoke is associated with an increased risk of cancer.

Smoking during pregnancy is strongly associated with an increased risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

The main strategy for reducing health risks associated with tobacco use is to quit smoking altogether.

Tar in tobacco smoke is responsible for staining teeth and causing bad breath.

Approximately 85% of lung cancer cases are estimated to be caused by smoking.

Smoking primarily affects the lungs in the development of chronic bronchitis.

Atherosclerosis, a condition where arteries become narrowed and hardened, is a long-term consequence of smoking affecting the cardiovascular system.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) develops primarily due to inflammation and damage to the airways caused by smoking.

Bronchitis is a common smoking-related respiratory condition characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes.

Smoking is linked to an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes due to impaired glucose metabolism.

The primary reason behind the increased risk of periodontal disease in individuals who smoke is reduced blood flow to the gums.