What is cannabis?
Q: What is cannabis?
A: Cannabis is a genus of plant. It has three species, Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis.
Q: What chemical or drug does the cannabis plant contain?
A: The cannabis plant contains a chemical or drug known as THC (short for tetra-hydro-cannabinol).
Q: How can consuming the flower of the cannabis plant affect someone?
A: Consuming the flower of the cannabis plant can make a person feel euphoric (very good) or sleepy.
Q: What other uses are there for the cannabis plant?
A: The cannabis plant is also used to make hemp fibre, and for its seeds and seed oil.
Q: What was THC's purpose in its natural environment?
A: In its natural environment, THC's purpose was to protect itself against being eaten.
Q: How have some countries reacted to marijuana use in recent years?
A: In the 21st century, some countries have made cannabis legal again while others allow it to be used as medicine when people have certain medical conditions.
