Glossary of terms
CBG
Cannabigerol is derived from CBGA (cannabigerol acid) and is one of the cannabinoids, just like CBD or THC. CBG has the ability to bind to the receptors of many organs and tissues and thus modify inflammatory reactions and cellular processes. CBG, due to its...
CBL
Cannabicyclol is a non-toxic cannabinoid that forms when CBC (canabichromene) is broken down by exposure to UV light, acidic environments or oxidation. Research on this cannabinoid, which is found in very low concentrations in cannabis, is progressing slowly and the properties and...
CBN
Cannabinol is a non-toxic cannabinoid that is usually present in older cannabis and is known for its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects. Cannabinol was the first cannabinoid discovered after THC and is molecularly similar to it, despite its different effects.There are many...
Chlorophyll
Chlorophyll is the pigment that gives all plants their green colour. It is sometimes called the blood of plants, because of its similarity to haemoglobin, which can carry oxygen to other cells...
Crumble
Cannabis concentrate of a dry, powdery consistency - it crumbles easily, hence its name. Crumble, sometimes called 'honeycomb' because of its appearance, is one of the driest forms of concentrate and is produced by an extraction process using chemical...
Crystalline
It is a cannabis isolate with more than 99 % cannabinoids. It is sometimes referred to as "diamonds" or "isolates" and has such a high degree of purity that it forms a crystalline solid. Crystalline contains no terpenes, flavonoids, lipids or other...
DAB
Dabbing is a method of consuming cannabis that involves quickly vaporizing the extract - called a "dab" - on a hot surface and inhaling the vapor through tubes. Dabbing is popular for its quick and potent effects, which can make it easy for beginners...
Decarboxylation
This is the chemical reaction responsible for the activation of cannabinoids in cannabis. Cannabis plants naturally produce THCA (a non-psychoactive compound) and decarboxylation converts THCA into THC, a psychoactive compound. Decarboxylation occurs when cannabis is heated - either with a lighter...
Crusher
It is a device designed for crushing dried cannabis flowers. The flowers are crushed for easier packing into a so-called joint, and for better burning in a bong or pipe.