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Name the three influences that might cause a person to use tobacco.
What is the main chemical in tobacco that is often used as an insecticide?
Nicotine
Is tobacco use falling or increasing in the United States?
Falling
Tobacco that is not smoked that is chewed, placed between the lower lip and teeth or sniffed is called what?
Smokeless Tobacco
What type of drug is tobacco considered? (Depressant, Stimulant, Hallucinogen, or Steroid)
Stimulant
How short term effect does Tobacco use have on your heart?
Increases the Heart Rate
What are some symptoms of nicotine withdrawal?
Headaches, irritability, difficulty sleeping or concentrating and intense nicotine cravings
What short term effect does nicotine have on blood pressure?
Increased blood pressure
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What are some side effects with long term smokeless tobacco use?
Stained Teeth, Bad Breath, Drooling, Receding gums and tooth decay
What is chronic bronchitis?
Increased Mucus build up which leads to difficulty breathing
True
This disease effects the tiny air sacs (Alveoli) in your lungs.
Emphysema
What 2 main types of cancer effect tobacco users?
Lung and Oral Cancer
What odorless/poisonous gas is a byproduct of tobacco being burnt?
Carbon Monoxide
What was the first toy to be advertised on TV?
Mr. Potato Head
What are some of the chemicals found in cigarettes?
Acetone, Ammonia, Arsenic, Benzene, Butane, Cadmium, Carbon Monoxide, Formaldehyde, Hydrogen Cyanide, Methanol, Napththalene, Nickel, Propane, Stearic Acid, Uranium, Vinyl Chloride
What does COPD Stand for?
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Can the effects of tobacco be reversed?
Most can be reversed
What help can a person get to help quit tobacco use?
Nicotine substitutes, counseling, new friends, reward system, support system, get rid of things that remind you of tobacco use, Exercise
What does a seismologist study?
Earthquakes
How many ribs are in the human body?
24
What letter is not found on the periodic table of elements?
J
Which bone are babies born without?
Kneecap
What color is a polar bears skin?
Black