While not all people who develop lung cancer are smokers, the likelihood of developing lung cancer is increased in those who smoke. In other words, with respect to cancer, smoking can be described as a

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Smoking is a contributory cause of lung cancer because it increases the likelihood of developing the disease, but it is not necessary or sufficient on its own to cause lung cancer.

While Not All People Who Develop Lung Cancer Are Smokers