Vaping flashcard

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Tobacco smoke consumed from cigarettes is more dangerous than vapor for vaping?

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True

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The vapor produced from Vaping is harmless water vapor.

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False

Answer explanation

The statement is false because vaping produces aerosol that contains harmful substances, not just harmless water vapor. This aerosol can include nicotine, heavy metals, and other toxic chemicals.

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Some benefits of vaping include... (select more than one)

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It is more discreet.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'It is more discreet', highlights a benefit of vaping, as it produces less odor and vapor compared to traditional smoking. The other options either misrepresent vaping's safety or are incorrect.

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Smoking cigarettes is cheaper than vaping.

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False

Answer explanation

Vaping typically involves the cost of devices and e-liquids, which can add up. While cigarette prices vary, vaping is generally more expensive in the long run, making the statement false.

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An E-liquid is a harmful liquid containing nicotine and flavors found in vapes?

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True

Answer explanation

True. E-liquids contain nicotine, which is harmful, along with various flavors. Their use in vapes poses health risks, making the statement accurate.

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Vaping is more dangerous than cigarettes because you CAN control the amount of nicotine in the device?

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False

Answer explanation

The statement is false because while vaping allows for some control over nicotine levels, it does not inherently make it more dangerous than cigarettes. Both have health risks, and the dangers of vaping are still being studied.

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What hormone is released in the brain as a result of nicotine, which triggers an individual to enjoy an experience?

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Dopamine

Answer explanation

Dopamine is the hormone released in the brain as a result of nicotine. It plays a key role in the brain's reward system, enhancing feelings of pleasure and enjoyment during experiences.

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The vapor produced from vaping is called aerosol, fine liquid droplets that is created when heating up e-liquids.

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True

Answer explanation

The statement is true. The vapor produced from vaping is indeed referred to as aerosol, which consists of fine liquid droplets formed when e-liquids are heated.

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Which of the following is a common misconception about vaping? Vaping produces aerosol, Vaping contains nicotine, Vaping is less harmful than smoking, Vaping is completely safe

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Vaping is completely safe

Answer explanation

The misconception that vaping is completely safe ignores potential health risks. While it may be less harmful than smoking traditional cigarettes, it is not without dangers, making this statement misleading.

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What is the primary addictive substance found in both cigarettes and e-cigarettes?

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Nicotine

Answer explanation

The primary addictive substance in both cigarettes and e-cigarettes is nicotine. It stimulates the brain's reward system, leading to dependence, unlike carbon monoxide, tar, or formaldehyde, which are harmful but not primarily addictive.