Both THC and CBD are naturally occurring cannabis compounds that are known as cannabinoids, or more accurately phytocannabinoids.

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The primary difference between THC and CBD is that THC is psychoactive, while CBD is generally considered to be non-psychoactive or non-intoxicating.

There are countless other cannabinoids like CBN, CBG, CBC, and others all with unique properties, but THC and CBD compromise the majority of cannabis’ chemical profile.

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The compounds are synthesized within glands called trichomes located on the flowers’ calyxes. This gives dried cannabis flowers a frosty appearance.

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The cannabinoids, and other compounds such as the aromatic chemicals in cannabis called terpenes, are extracted and separated from the plant material to make consumer products.

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