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Tobacco Notes
Ms. Worthy’s Health Class
What types of dangerous ingredients are in tobacco products.
Nicotine-an addictive drug found in tobacco Tar-a thick dark liquid that forms when
tobacco burns Carbon monoxide- a colorless, odorless,
poisonous gas produced when tobacco burns Methanol- poisonous liquid alcohol, known to
cause blindness Cyanide- is a deadly poison Formaldehyde- is an irritating, acidic gas
used in labs to disinfect and preserve.
The effects of smoking on a smoker. Respiratory System Digestive System Nervous System Circulatory System Excretory System Lung Cancer Bronchitis, Chronic Cough Emphysema
The effects of smoking on the non-smoker Second Hand Smoke -air that is
contaminated by tobacco smoke Mainstream Smoke- the smoke that a
smoker inhales and then exhales Sidestream Smoke -smoke that
comes from the burning end of a cigarette, pipe, or cigar
Passive Smokers- are non-smokers who breathe second hand smoke
Quitting (Strategies, tips, reasons why they should quit.)
Healthy Skin, Fresh Breathe, Honesty towards parents and friends, save $$$, Better health, more energy, fewer allergies
Make a goal list and set a quit date Set small goals Avoid being around people that smoke Learn stress relievers Start Physical Activity Tobacco Programs Patch, Gum, Medication to Quit