chapter 7 (marijuana)

Question 1

cannabis sativa

Answer 1

plant species, commonly called hemp, from which marijuana and hashish are obtained.

Question 2

cannabis indica

Answer 2

subspecies of cannabis sativa, or independent

Question 3

cannabinoids

Answer 3

any of over one hundred active substances in marijuana and other cannabis products that act on the endocannabinoid system.

Question 4

delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

Answer 4

main active psychoactive ingredient in marijuana and hashish.

Question 5

cannabidiol (CBD)

Answer 5

less psychoactive ingredient in marijuana and hashish compared to THC. it has potential for the medical treatment of epilepsy, anxiety, and schizophrenia.

Question 6

terpenes

Answer 6

compounds present in cannabis and other plants that give off a fragrant aroma. may also have anti-anxiety, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, and variety of physiological effects.

Question 7

marijuana (marihuana)

Answer 7

most commonly available preparation originating from the cannabis plant. THC concentration ranges from ~1-10%.

Question 8

sinsemilla

Answer 8

form of marijuana obtained from the unpollinated/seedless portion of cannabis plant. has higher THC concentrations than regular marijuana, as high as 15%.

Question 9

hashish

Answer 9

drug containing the resin of cannabis flowers. THC concentration ranges from ~8-14%.

Question 10

hashish oil

Answer 10

drug produced by boiling hashish, leaving a potent psychoactive residue. THC concentration ranges from ~15-60%.

Question 11

hashish oil crystals

Answer 11

solid form of hashish oil.

Question 12

reefer

Answer 12

marijuana cigarette

Question 13

joint

Answer 13

marijuana cigarette

Question 14

shatter

Answer 14

highly potent concentrate of marijuana that users smoke or vapourize in small hits called dabs.

Question 15

anandamide

Answer 15

naturally occurring chemical in brain that fits into THC-sensitive receptor sites, producing many of the same effects as marijuana.

Question 16

endocannabinoids

Answer 16

family of cannabinoid agonists that are naturally produced in the body, including anandamide and 2-arachydonolylglycerol.

Question 17

retrograde signalling

Answer 17

activation of presynaptic receptors by a substance released from the postsynaptic neuron.

Question 18

amotivational syndrome

Answer 18

state of listlessness and personality change involving a generalized apathy and indifference to long-range plans.

Question 19

decriminalization

Answer 19

policy of making the possession of small amounts of a drug subject to a small fine but not criminal prosecution.