Which of the Following Is Not a Risk of Smoking

question 108

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a risk of smoking for adolescents?

• A) Lung growth problems
• B) Depression
• C) Future abuse of other drugs
• D) Respiratory illnesses

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Definitions:

Increased Permeability

A state where a barrier (such as blood vessels or membranes) allows more substances to pass through it than normal.

Blood Vessels

Pipe-like entities that distribute blood across the body, comprising arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Inflammation

A bodily response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain.

Osmotic Balance

The equilibrium achieved when the concentration of solutes and the movement of water are equal across a semipermeable membrane, essential for cell survival.