Question

vaping harms: test your knowledge
instructions: read each statement. circle if you think the statement is a myth (false) or a fact (true).

1. the \cloud\ from an e - cigarette is water vapor and harmless. myth fact
2. e - cigarettes are to help people quit smoking. myth fact
3. e - cigarettes contain nicotine. myth fact
4. you have to be 18 years old to buy or use vaping products. myth fact
5. nicotine is an addictive chemical. myth fact
6. vaping (the use of electronic devices) affects brain development. myth fact
7. flavored e - liquids, like fruit, mint and candy are not dangerous. myth fact
8. you wont get addicted to nicotine unless you use it every day. myth fact
9. secondhand exposure to vapor released from e - cigs is harmful. myth fact
10. when using e - cigs, there is a risk of explosions of electronics and batteries. myth fact
11. the fda currently regulates the chemical ingredients in vaping. myth fact
12. vaping devices are safe. myth fact

Explanation:

1. The "cloud" from an e - cigarette is not just water vapor. It contains harmful chemicals like nicotine, propylene glycol, and flavorants. So, it's a MYTH.
2. While some people may use e - cigarettes to try to quit smoking, there is no conclusive evidence that they are an effective smoking cessation tool. In fact, they can keep people addicted to nicotine. So, it's a MYTH.
3. Most e - cigarettes contain nicotine. So, it's a FACT.
4. In many places, the legal age to buy vaping products is 18 (or higher in some regions). But the statement says "buy or use". In some areas, the use might be restricted further (e.g., no use in public places), but the basic age for purchase and use (in private) is often 18. So, it's a FACT.
5. Nicotine is a highly addictive chemical. So, it's a FACT.
6. Vaping, especially among adolescents, can affect brain development as nicotine can interfere with neural pathways. So, it's a FACT.
7. Flavored e - liquids can contain harmful chemicals. Just because they are flavored does not mean they are safe. So, it's a MYTH.
8. Addiction to nicotine can occur even with non - daily use. So, it's a MYTH.
9. Secondhand exposure to e - cigarette vapor can be harmful as it contains chemicals like nicotine. So, it's a FACT.
10. There have been cases of e - cigarette batteries exploding. So, it's a FACT.
11. As of now, the FDA does not fully regulate all chemical ingredients in vaping products in the same way as traditional pharmaceuticals. So, it's a MYTH.
12. Vaping devices are not safe as they can expose users to harmful chemicals and have other risks (like battery explosions). So, it's a MYTH.

Answer:

1. MYTH
2. MYTH
3. FACT
4. FACT
5. FACT
6. FACT
7. MYTH
8. MYTH
9. FACT
10. FACT
11. MYTH
12. MYTH