What is in a cigarette?

Understand the dangerous contents of cigarettes, their impact on health, and strategies to avoid or quit smoking, essential for teens.

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Understanding What's Inside a Cigarette It's widely known that smoking is harmful, but the specific contents of a cigarette might not be as familiar. Understanding what is actually in a cigarette can be eye-opening, especially for teens who might be facing peer pressure or considering trying smoking for the first time. Let's delve into the myriad of chemicals and substances that make up a cigarette and explore why they are harmful. Common Ingredients in Cigarettes Cigarettes contain over 600 ingredients, which, when burned, create more than 7000 chemicals. At least 69 of these chemicals are known to cause cancer, and...
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