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Nicotine is a parasympathomimetic alkaloid found in the nightshade family of plants. It is a stimulant drug.
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What is the most popular form of nicotine?
The most popular form of nicotine used around the world is tobacco. Tobacco leaves contain nicotine and can be made into cigarettes or cigars, or chewed for the stimulant effect.
Is nicotine organic or inorganic?
An organic compound is any combination of elements that contain carbon. The chemical formula of nicotine is C10H14N2. Nicotine is a highly addictive ingredient found in tobacco.
Do cigars contain enough nicotine for 2 lethal doses of nicotine if it is injected?
If injected directly into a vein in pure form, absolutely.
What does nicotine in tobacco do?
Nicotine causes you to form an addiction to tobacco. That's why producers of tobacco products use it; to make customers come back for more.
What is it called Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation?
it is called as inunction It may also be referred to as Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). This would include other products as nicotine gum, lozenges, inhalors & even e-cigarettes as alternative sources of nicotine.
Is nicotine sticky?
Nicotine in it's pure form is one of the most deadly poisons known to man. I wouldn't want to find whether it's sticky or not.
What does not describe property of nicotine?
Nicotine is non-addictive
How is tobacco and nicotine taken or used?
Please note that both tobacco (which contains nicotine and other substances) and nicotine are dangerous substances - whether smoked or used in some other form. Tobacco is often smoked. Sometimes it is chewed as well.
How you reduce nicotine form body?
Your body will expel any you have. Do not ingest any more
Nicotine Patches Are Safe?
The nicotine patch is possibly not safe for long-term use, but it is safe and approved for short-term use. The nicotine patch has far less risks than smoking, but it is not entirely risk free. The nicotine patch is a known carcinogen, and its probability of causing cancer might be greater than was first though. Nicotine also puts stress on the heart and raises blood pressure. Nicotine can do a lot of damage, even if it is not in the form of a cigarette.
What are the atoms in nicotine?
physical: colourless, odourless, oily liquid in pure form
Is nicotine the leading cause of cancer deaths?
Nicotine is not the main problem. It is the tar, resins and other toxins in tobacco products that mostly cause the cillia to die and growths to form. Nicotine is, however, used in large doses as a pesticide so be careful not to overdo it with the patches.
