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What Is Nicotine?

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Nicotine

Say: NIK-eh-teen

This chemical is found in cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and vaping liquid. It's the reason why kids (and others) get hooked on the smoking habit. So say no to nicotine — it's nasty!

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