Keywords and Definitions

Question 1

Concentrated forms of cannabis, containing high levels of cannabinoids and terpenes.

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Cannabis Concentrates:

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What are Cannabinoids:

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Chemical compounds found in cannabis, such as THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol), which produce various effects when consumed.

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The process of vaporizing and inhaling cannabis concentrates using a dab rig or vaporizer.

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Dabbing

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Aromatic compounds found in cannabis and other plants, responsible for the plant’s aroma and some of its effects.

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Terpenes

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What is Extraction

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The process of separating cannabinoids and terpenes from the cannabis plant material to create concentrates.

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Solvent-based Extraction

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Extraction methods that use solvents like butane, propane, or ethanol to dissolve cannabinoids and terpenes from the plant material.

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Extraction methods that do not use solvents, such as mechanical separation (e.g., using heat and pressure) or ice water extraction.

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Solventless Extraction

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Full Spectrum vs. Isolate

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Full spectrum concentrates contain a wide range of cannabinoids and terpenes, while isolates contain only one cannabinoid (e.g., THC isolate or CBD isolate).

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What is Distillate?

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Highly purified concentrate with high cannabinoid content, often used in vape cartridges or edibles.

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Concentrate made by separating trichomes from the cannabis plant material, traditionally through mechanical means or solventless extraction.

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Hash

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What is Rosin?

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Solventless concentrate made by applying heat and pressure to cannabis flower or hash to extract cannabinoids and terpenes.

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Concentrate made from fresh, flash-frozen cannabis plants, preserving more terpenes and providing a fresher flavor profile.

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Live Resin

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What is Wax:

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A softer, opaque concentrate with a creamy or crumbly texture, often made using butane or CO2 extraction.

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A brittle concentrate with a glass-like appearance, typically made using butane extraction.

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Shatter

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Dabbing

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Heating a concentrate on a hot surface (e.g., dab rig) and inhaling the vapor produced.

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Heating a concentrate in a vaporizer to produce inhalable vapor without combustion.

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Vaporizing

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Tinctures

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Liquid concentrates infused with alcohol or oil, consumed sublingually or added to food/drink.

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Edibles

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Consuming concentrates infused into food or beverages, such as gummies, chocolates, or drinks.

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Applying concentrates directly to the skin for localized relief, such as creams or lotions.

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Topicals:

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What are the pros of Concentrates?

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Concentrates offer potent effects, diverse flavors, and discreet consumption methods. They can also provide faster relief for medical users.

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What are the Cons of Concentrates

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Concentrates can be more expensive than flower, require specialized equipment for consumption (e.g., dab rigs), and may have a higher tolerance-building potential.