How do you use the word effects in a sentence?

(* the Word effects is usually a plural noun - as a verb it means makes a change. The Word that means influences is "affects".)

(noun)

There are many harmful effects caused by smoking.

Mendel studied the effects of crossbreeding on plants.

The optical effects of Earth's atmosphere limit some types of astronomy.

The released suspect collected his personal effects as he left the jail.

The special effects in the movie were spectacular.

(verb)

The legislation effects a change in land use for the region.