Question

Which toxins are found in cigarettes and e-cigarettes and are known or suspected to cause cancer?

Select each correct answer.

Responses

asbestos
asbestos

benzene
benzene

cadmium
cadmium

formaldehyde

Answer 1

The toxins found in cigarettes and e-cigarettes that are known or suspected to cause cancer include:

- **Benzene**: Yes, benzene is a known carcinogen found in tobacco smoke and is linked to various cancers, including leukemia.

- **Cadmium**: Yes, cadmium is a toxic metal found in tobacco and is known to have carcinogenic effects.

- **Formaldehyde**: Yes, formaldehyde is recognized as a carcinogen and can be present in both tobacco smoke and some e-cigarette vapors.

**Asbestos**, however, is not typically associated with cigarettes or e-cigarettes, as it is not a common component of these products.

So the correct answers are **benzene, cadmium, and formaldehyde**.