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Marijuana 101: The key facts and questions

Submitted by Marijuana News on Mon, 04/20/2015 - 04:26

If you want to talk about marijuana, you need to speak the language. We've laid out some key phrases and questions that come up frequently in the marijuana debate.

Definitions:

Marijuana: The dried leaves and flowering tops of the pistillate (female) cannabis plant that yield THC.

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC): The principal active chemical in marijuana that supplies its narcotic and psychoactive effects.

Hemp: A cannabis plant containing very low amounts of THC, generally grown for its fiber.

Strains: Varieties of marijuana containing specific characteristics such as certain THC levels, physical effects, smells and colors.

Medical marijuana: Marijuana used to treat documented medical issues. In states where medical use is legal, users must have a doctor's authorization to purchase the drug.

Recreational marijuana: Marijuana used for non-medical purpose. Recreational use is legal in the states of Colorado, Washington and Alaska as well as the District of Columbia. Recreational use will be legal...

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