Which substance in inhaled cigarette smoke is readily absorbed into the bloodstream and reduces the ability of the blood to carry oxygen
A) tar
B) nicotine
C) carbon monoxide
D) carbon dioxide

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Carbon monoxide (CO) is readily absorbed into the bloodstream when inhaled and forms carboxyhemoglobin by binding with hemoglobin, which significantly reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen.

Which Substance in Inhaled Cigarette Smoke Is Readily Absorbed into the Bloodstream