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V. Directions: Read the selections and answer the questions that follow. Text 1 - Nicotine has various -
V. Directions: Read the selections and answer the questions that follow. Text 1 - Nicotine has various effects on the body. In small doses nicotine serves as a ering the bloodstream and promoting the flow of adrenaline, a stimulating hormone. tbeat and may cause it to become irregular. It also raises the blood pressure and reduces y cause nausea and vomiting. The known health risks associated with cigarette smoking, ngs and lung cancer, are thought to be caused by other components of cigarettes such a cts of smoking, and by the irritating effects of smoke on the lung tissue. Addiction to sr e itself. Stopping smoking produces withdrawal symptoms within 24 to 48 hours, which ity, headaches, and anxiety, in addition to the strong desire to smoke. What is the general idea of the paragraph?
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