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Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Flashcards

1
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What does THC stand for?

A

Tetrahydrocannabinol

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What’s the boiling point/vaporization temperature for THC?

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315F (157C)

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What’s the boiling point/vaporization temperature for THCA?

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220F (105C)

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What percentage of THC is found in cannabis plants? (3 Bonus Detail Included)

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Before legalization - less than 10%
After legalization - 18%-20%
More potent strains contain 25%-30%

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What is the maximum possible THC production limited to?

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35% THC by dry weight

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What is THC’s binding affinity with the CB1 and CB2 receptors?

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THC has a high binding affinity with both CB1 and CB2 receptors

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What is so special about THC and the Entourage Effect?

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THC is especially effective at increasing the power of other cannabinoids through the entourage effect.

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What are four reasons to avoid THC?

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You should avoid THC-Dominant strains if you have:
High Blood Pressure
Anxiety
Memory issues
You don’t want to get high

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What cannabinoids can be combined with THC to counteract its side-effect of increasing one’s heart rate?

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THC can be combined with either Cannabidiol or Cannabigerol to counteract increased heart rate caused by THC

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What can be done to avoid anxiety caused by THC?

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It is recommended trying a strain with a THC percentage lower than 17% and has a high percentage of CBD.

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What can be done to avoid memory issues caused by THC?

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To avoid memory loss caused by THC, users can try a strain less than 17% THC and high percentage of Cannabigerol.

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What can be done to avoid getting high by THC?

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You cannot avoid getting high by THC; it’s recommended ne use a THCA or CBD-dominant strain to gain the medicinal benefits of cannabis without getting high. However, it’s important to note that THCA becomes THC when heated.

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What is biphasic?

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Biphasic means different effects occur at different doses.

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What happens to the ECS when taking low doses of THC? (4 Bonus)

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  • Increases the production of endocannabinoids in the brain
  • Increases the sensitivity of the CB1 receptors
  • Increases the CB1 receptors’ ability to bind with THC
  • All of this results in a reduction of pain
  • Over time, the dosage required to get medicinal benefits from THC becomes lower.
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What happens to CB receptors in response to high doses of THC?

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High doses of THC overstimulate the Endocannabinoid System (ECS), which leads to a decrease in the number and sensitivity of CB receptors.

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Why does tolerance to THC develop more quickly in the memory center of the brain than in other areas?

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Tolerance to THC develops more quickly in the memory center of the brain because it has a higher concentration of CB1 receptors, particularly in the hippocampus.

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What is the overall value of low doses of THC?

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Keeps the ECS finely tuned and sensitive to the homeostatic effects of cannabinoids.

18
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What is an example of when high doses of THC are recommended?

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Cancer treatment: tolerance is helpful in desensitizing patients to the negative side effects of THC

19
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Does THC affect the mental state of the user? If so, how?

A

Yes
Intoxicating
Reduces anxiety at low doses
Increases anxiety at high doses
Causes drowsiness
Impairs memory at high doses
Helps depression at low doses

20
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Does THC affect the nervous system of the user? If so, how?

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Yes
Relieves pain and relaxes muscles
Protects nervous system
Promotes brain cell growth
Anti-epileptic at low doses when paired with higher doses of CBD
Helps prevent Alzheimer’s disease

21
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Does THC affect the inflammation of the user? If so how?

A

Yes, THC is an excellent anti-inflammatory

22
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Does THC affect cancer in the user? If so, how?

A

Yes, it inhibits cancer cell growth and is an antioxidant

23
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Does THC affect the digestive system of the user? If so, how?

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Yes, THC increases appetite and reduces nausea.

24
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Does THC affect the circulatory system of the user? If so, how?

A

Yes, it increases heart rate and improves circulation.

25
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Does THC affect the skin of the user? If so, how?

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No, THC has no known effect on the skin.

26
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Does THC affect the skeletal system of the user? If so, how?

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No, THC has no known effect on the skeletal system.

27
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Does THC affect the eyes of the user? If so, how?

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Yes, THC relieves intraocular pressure.

28
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Does THC affect the respiratory system of the user? If so how?

A

No, THC has no known effect on the respiratory system.

29
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Does THC affect Infection in the user? If so how?

A

Yes, THC has some antibiotic properties, especially in THCA.

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