Cannabis Concentrates Flashcards
What are cannabis concentrates and why are they helpful?
Cannabis concentrates are highly potent cannabis products created by extracting essential oils from the cannabis plant. They are helpful for those with a high tolerance to cannabis or needing high-dose medical cannabis.
What are some factors that affect the quality and effects of cannabis concentrates?
The quality, appearance, and effects of a concentrate depend on the quality of the input material, the method used to extract the concentrate, and the post-extraction process.
How are cannabis concentrates extracted from the plant?
Cannabis concentrates can be extracted using heat, pressure, agitation, or solvents to separate the essential oils from the plant material.
What is live resin, and why is it typically the most expensive type of cannabis concentrate?
Live resin is a type of concentrate made from cannabis plants that are flash frozen directly after harvest. It is processed at a low temperature and features non-activated cannabinoids and a high percentage of terpenes, making it a highly sought-after product.
How do concentrates made from dried cannabis flowers differ from those made from dry cannabis trim?
Concentrates made from dried cannabis flowers are likely to have more cannabinoids and terpenes than those made from dry cannabis trim. However, they are also more expensive than trim-derived concentrates.
What is trim, and why are concentrates derived from it typically the least expensive cannabis concentrates?
Trim refers to leaves that were trimmed from the cannabis plant during harvest. While they contain plenty of cannabinoids and terpenes, they also have a higher proportion of plant waxes, which reduces the quality of the concentrate. Concentrates derived from trim are typically less expensive than other types of cannabis concentrates.
What are CBD-only concentrates, and how do they differ from other cannabis-derived concentrates?
CBD-only concentrates are made from cannabis plants that are classified as hemp by the US government, meaning they contain less than 0.3% THC. While they are likely to contain fewer terpenes than other cannabis-derived concentrates, they are more accessible to the public since they can be sold outside of dispensaries and in areas where cannabis is prohibited.
Why is it important to check the label of a cannabis concentrate to ensure it is contaminant-free?
Any contaminants present in the plant material used to make cannabis concentrates will also be present in the final product, which can be very dangerous to your health. Therefore, it is important to check the label of a concentrate to ensure it is contaminant-free.
What are the two main categories of cannabis concentrate extraction methods?
The two main categories of cannabis concentrate extraction methods are solventless extraction methods and solvent-based extraction methods.
What is the difference between solventless and solvent-based extraction methods?
Solventless extraction methods use heat, pressure, and/or agitation to physically break or melt the active components away from the plant, while solvent-based extraction methods use chemicals to separate the active components of cannabis from the rest of the plant.
Do some manufacturers use a combination of solventless and solvent-based extraction methods to produce cannabis concentrates?
Yes, some manufacturers use a combination of solventless and solvent-based extraction methods to produce a final cannabis concentrate product. They first use a solventless extraction method to separate the majority of the essential oil-rich trichomes from the plant and then refine the concentrate further using a solvent-based method.
What are solventless extracts and how are they typically used?
Solventless extracts are cannabis concentrates that are extracted without using solvents. They can be smoked on top of cannabis flower, cooked into cannabis infused products, or dabbed.
What are the most common types of solventless extracts?
The most common types of solventless extracts include kief, pressed hash, bubble hash, and rosin.
How is kief extracted and refined?
Kief is extracted from the cannabis plant primarily by agitation and can be refined by sifting it through fine mesh, which is then called dry sieve or dry sift.
What is rosin and how is it created?
Rosin is a solventless extract that is created by heating flowers, kief, or hash under pressure. It is similar to solvent-based extracts, but the process is safer, easier, and less expensive.
What is the difference between solventless extracts and solvent free extracts?
Solventless extracts are cannabis concentrates that are extracted without using solvents, while solvent free extracts were extracted using solvents, but all traces of those solvents were subsequently removed.
What is CO2 oil and how is it extracted?
CO2 oil is a cannabis oil extracted using carbon dioxide as a solvent, along with heat and pressure. This method is considered safe for human consumption and is often used for medicinal purposes.
