Regulations and Concerns Surrounding Vaping in the UK

Disposable (adjective): Designed to be thrown away after use.
E-cigarettes (noun): Electronic devices that heat a liquid to produce vapour, typically containing nicotine, offering an alternative to traditional smoking.
Inhale/Exhale (verbs): To breathe in and out, respectively.
Vapour (noun): A substance in the air, usually a liquid.
Combustion (noun): The process of burning.
Addictive (adjective): Causing a strong dependence on a substance, typically a drug like nicotine.
Regulation (noun): The process of controlling and managing an activity through rules and laws.

The chapter discusses the UK government's plans to ban disposable vapes due to their appeal to younger individuals, as well as the concerns surrounding the increase in vaping among young people and the environmental impact of disposable vapes.

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