Question

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

Select each correct answer.

Responses

benzene
benzene

formaldehyde
formaldehyde

cadmium
cadmium

nicotine
nicotine

Answer 1

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

- **Benzene**: Yes, benzene is a known carcinogen that can be found in cigarette smoke.

- **Formaldehyde**: Yes, formaldehyde is also classified as a carcinogen and can be present in both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes.

- **Cadmium**: Yes, cadmium is a toxic metal and is considered a potential carcinogen, found in tobacco plants and cigarette smoke.

- **Nicotine**: While nicotine is highly addictive and has various harmful effects on health, it is not classified as a known carcinogen on its own.

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