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Electronic cigarettes are device that mimic the process of smoking. Though they come in various shapes and sizes most electronic cigarettes consist of lithium batteries, an atomizer (heating element), a LED that lights upon inhalation, and a cartridge that contains liquid used to produce a smoke-like vapor. This liquid usually contains some amount of flavoring, ranging from traditional tobacco tastes to fruit, herb and even beverage flavors and may contain varying amounts of nicotine. The electronic cigarettes are usually described as aids to quitting or healthier alternatives to real tobacco as users can inhale nicotine without tar, tobacco or carbon monoxide, though opponents state that their effects on health are still unknown and could attract kids and youths offering an easy gateway to nicotine addiction. Learn more about the device brings smoking into the electronic age in this book.

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