Ventilated cigarette
Ventilated Cigarette
A Ventilated Cigarette (pronunciation: ven-ti-lay-ted sig-a-ret) is a type of cigarette that is designed with small perforations in the filter to allow air to dilute the smoke that is inhaled.
Etymology
The term "ventilated" comes from the Latin word "ventilare" which means "to fan" or "to winnow", and "cigarette" is derived from the French word "cigarette", which is a diminutive of "cigar".
Description
Ventilated cigarettes, also known as light cigarettes or low-tar cigarettes, were introduced in the 1960s as a "healthier" alternative to regular cigarettes. The ventilation holes in the filter are intended to dilute the smoke with air, reducing the amount of harmful substances that reach the smoker's lungs. However, studies have shown that smokers often block the holes with their fingers or lips, or inhale more deeply, negating the intended benefits.
Health Effects
Despite the perception that ventilated cigarettes are less harmful, research has shown that they can be just as dangerous as non-ventilated cigarettes. The World Health Organization has stated that there is no safe level of exposure to tobacco smoke, and that the design of cigarettes, including the use of ventilation holes, does not reduce the health risks associated with smoking.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ventilated cigarette
- Wikipedia's article - Ventilated cigarette
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