Chapter 11: Vaping and Tobacco

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suspension of fine particles or droplets in the air

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aerosol

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chronic condition in which airways constrict and fill with mucus; blocks airflow to and from the lungs

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asthma

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poisonous gas that interferes with the ability of red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body

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carbon monoxide

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cancer-causing substances

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carcinogens

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condition in which the bronchial tubes become swollen and irritated, narrowing the pathway to the lungs

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chronic bronchitis

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group of conditions that make breathing more difficult; includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and asthma

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chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

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substance made of nicotine (or another drug) and other chemicals; is heated during vaping

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e-liquid

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condition that causes the lungs to lose elasticity; permanently enlarges airways and destroys the alveoli in lung tissue

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emphysema

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condition characterized by thickened, white, leathery spots inside the mouth; can develop into oral cancer

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leukoplakia

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toxic substance that gives tobacco products their addictive quality

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nicotine