Cannabis Basics
This is the most well know psychoactive compound in cannabis
THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)
The first U.S. state to legalize recreational marijuana.
Colorado (2012)
Medical marijuana is commonly used to treat this condition characterized by chronic seizures.
Epilepsy
The U.S. federal classification of cannabis under the Controlled Substances Act.
Schedule I
This system in the human body interacts with cannabinoids like THC and CBD.
the endocannabinoid system (ECS)
The cannabis plant is classified into these two primary species.
Cannabis sativa and Cannabis indica
A term used for a secret code referring to marijuana, often associated with April 20th.
420
The name of the U.S. act that prevents federal prosecution of medical marijuana patients in legal states.
Rohrabacher–Farr Amendment
The name of the first state to decriminalize marijuana in 1973.
Oregon
Cannabis use can lead to short-term impairment of this cognitive function.
Memory
This non-psychoactive compound in cannabis is often used for medicinal purposes
CBD (cannabidiol)
This country was the first to fully legalize cannabis for recreational use.
Uruguay (2013)
This syndrome, caused by chronic cannabis use, leads to severe nausea and vomiting.
cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS)
In Amsterdam, these locations allow the legal purchase and consumption of marijuana.
Coffee Shops
The term for the characteristic craving and irritability after stopping heavy marijuana use.
Cannabis withdrawl
This part of the cannabis plant contains the highest concentration of cannabinoids.
the flowers (buds)
The name of the U.S. government’s 1970s campaign that classified marijuana as a dangerous drug.
The War on Drugs
Medical marijuana is often recommended for patients undergoing this cancer treatment.
Chemotherapy
This state was the first to legalize medical marijuana in 1996.
California
The "munchies" effect from cannabis use is triggered by this hormone.
ghrelin
The term used for cannabis extracts like shatter, wax, and budder.
concentrates
This reggae musician was a major advocate for cannabis use.
Bob Marley
This country was the first to legalize medical marijuana in 2001.
Canada
The number of U.S. states (as of 2024) that have fully legalized recreational cannabis.
24 States
The average duration of a THC high when cannabis is smoked or vaped.
1 to 3 hours