What is it about tobacco that causes its smoke to seep into walls and linger when other burnt plant material does not (at least not nearly to the same degree)?

Question

Marijuana, smudging sage or cedar, paper, incense, etc have a pretty strong smell but they dissipate much faster than tobacco smoke especially cigar smoke

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There is a lot of tar in cigarette smoke. It is an oily substance so it sticks to stuff. This is the cause of the discoloration and lingering odors. Many other substances have varying levels. Pot has a lot and will do the same over time. Cleaner stuff like paper does not and will not leave the residue.