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Figure 3 
Observed and expected baseline plasma cotinine values as a function of FTC 
nicotine delivery of brands A and B 
Key: SEM = standard error of the mean. 
Source: Gori and Lynch, 1983. 
it produces a range of mental effects on the smoker. This quick absorption 
and effect permit the smoker to control the nicotine level carefully; however, 
nicotine is rapidly eliminated from the body, which means the smoker has 
to deliver regular doses to the blood. 
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