Terms
What is the definition of Marijuana?
a mind-altering (psychoactive) drug, produced by the Cannabis sativa plant.
What are some symptoms of breathing problems from long term use of marijuana (List 2)
coughing, wheezing, trouble with physical activity, and lung cancer
No person younger than _________ of age shall consume or possess, or attempt to consume or possess, any marijuana or marijuana products
21
Recreational marijuana use by children and teenagers is not legal in anywhere in the United States.
True
Name 1 out of the 2 synthetic (man-made) marijuana-like drugs, went over in the powerpoint
K2 or Spice
Marijuana affects each person differently based on several factors such as _____________ (List 4)
•Your genetics.
•Your age.
•Gender
•The amount and strength of the marijuana.
•How you consume marijuana/THC
•How long you’ve used marijuana and/or how frequently you use it.
•If you’re taking medications and/or other substances.
Any person 18 years of age or older who violates subsection A is subject to a civil penalty of no more than a ___________ fine.
25 Dollar
It is legal to smoke or consume weed in public.
False
This term refers to parts of or products from the plant that contain substantial amounts of THC.
Marijuana
The receptors effected by marijuana influence __________________ (list 3)
•Pleasure, memory, thought, concentration, sensory and time perception, and coordinated movement
A person 21 years of age or older may lawfully possess on his person or in any public place not more than ____________ of marijuana.
one ounce
Patients under 18 years old may access the medical cannabis program only with the assistance of their parent/legal guardian and after certification by their health care provider.
False (21)
Main ingredient within Marijuana that produces psychoactive effects.
THC (delta9-tetrahydrocannabinol)
List 3 physical effects of Marijuana listed in the powerpoint
•Sedation,
•bloodshot eyes,
•increased heart rate,
• coughing from lung irritation,
•increased appetite,
• increased blood pressure (although prolonged use may cause a decrease in blood pressure).
First time DUI offenses can lead to loss of driving privileges for this amount of time
one year
Marijuana use with a prescription for a medical reason is called "medical" marijuana.
True
The presence of clinically significant impairment or distress in 12 months, manifested by at least 2 of the following: Cannabis is taken in larger amounts or used over a longer period than intended.
Cannabis Use Disorder
•In the brain, THC connects to specific sites called_____________ on nerve cells and influences the activity of those cells
cannabinoid receptors
The only acceptable and legal amount of Marijuana carried by someone of the legal age must be contained inside ____________
your pocket or bag.
Marijuana has over 200 constituents including THC.
False (Has over 480 constituents)