Question

your friend tells you that they are smoking e - cigarettes instead of regular cigarettes because it is healthier. why are e - cigarettes not a healthy option? check all that apply.
e - cigarettes are addictive.
e - cigarettes do not contain tobacco derivatives.
e - cigarettes contain nicotine.
e - cigarette flavorings often contain a harmful chemicals.
e - cigarettes do not damage your lungs.

Explanation:

• E - cigarettes are addictive because they contain nicotine, which is a highly addictive substance.
• The fact that e - cigarettes do not contain tobacco derivatives is not a reason for them not being healthy. In fact, some might consider this a "positive" aspect (but it doesn't make them healthy overall).
• E - cigarettes contain nicotine, which has negative health effects on the cardiovascular system, brain development (especially in adolescents), and is addictive.
• E - cigarette flavorings can contain harmful chemicals. For example, some flavorings when heated can produce toxic compounds.
• E - cigarettes do damage the lungs. The aerosol from e - cigarettes can contain harmful substances that can cause lung inflammation and other lung problems.

Answer:

E - cigarettes are addictive.
E - cigarettes contain nicotine.
E - cigarette flavorings often contain harmful chemicals.