Carbon Monoxide
An odorless, poisonous gas that is produced when tobacco is burned.
Secondhand Smoke
Smoke that includes mainstream and sidestream smoke.
COPD
Condition associated with loss of lung function.
Chronic Bronchitis
Type of bronchitis that occurs in smokers.
Leukoplakia
Mouth sores in smokers that can become cancerous.
Emphysema
Diseases in which the alveoli no longer functions properly.
Sidestream smoke
Smoke that goes into the air from burning tobacco.
Nicotine
A very addictive chemical in tobasso products.
Mainstream smoke
Smoke exhaled into the air by smokers.
Stimulant
Drugs that increase the activity of the nervous system.
Carcinogens
A substance that is known to cause cancer.
Smokeless tobacco
Tobacco products that are chewed, placed between the lower lip or teeth, or sniffed.