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If my friend goes outside to smoke, then comes directly back into my apartment, is that exposing me to 3rd hand smoke? is that definition? i get sick
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Yes: That is a source of third hand smoke.
Answered 1/1/2019
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Third hand smoke: Yes it is third hand smoke, however the risk to your health is minimal, unless you have very high sensitivity to chemicals. It would help to improve the air circulation in your apartment or find a non-smoker friend.
Answered 1/1/2019
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