Cannabis Concentrates and Extraction Methods

Flashcards covering various cannabis products, extraction techniques, and consumer information.

What are the main methods of cannabis inhalation?

Smoking, vaping, and dabbing.

What are common forms of cannabis smoking?

Flower and pre-rolls.

What is considered the gold standard for distillate production?

CO2 extraction.

What forms do cannabis edibles commonly take?

Chocolates, drinks, gummies, and tablets.

What are common emulsifiers used in cannabis gummies?

Pectin or gelatin.

What consumer information is relevant regarding cannabis edibles?

Vegan products (pectin) and sugar content.

How does 11-hydroxy THC potency compare to delta 9 THC?

11-hydroxy THC is significantly more potent.

What types of drug tests can detect THC?

Saliva, blood, urine, and hair.

How long can THC be detected in saliva after consumption?

Up to 24-48 hours.

How long can THC be detected in blood after use?

Up to 1-2 days.

How long can THC be detected in urine for occasional, frequent, and daily cannabis users?

Up to 3 days for occasional users, 1-2 weeks for frequent users, and 30 days to a few months for daily users.

How long can THC be detected in hair samples?

Up to 90 days.

What is nano-emulsification in the context of cannabis products?

A mixture of cannabis oil, water, and surfactants combined through ultrasonication to create tiny particles for better absorption.

How is live resin produced?

Fresh frozen material combined with hydrocarbon extraction, purged at low temperatures to retain volatile terpenes.

How is hash traditionally made and how is it made now?

Massaging buds or using screens to separate trichomes, then pressing into bricks for other products.

How is rosin made?

Heat and pressure applied to fresh frozen or dried cannabis.

How is live rosin made?

Fresh frozen cannabis plant material washed in ice water to make bubble hash, then pressed.

Why might full-spectrum solventless extracts be preferred by some users?

Solventless extracts offer a potentially more compelling experience due to the synergistic effect of multiple cannabis compounds working together.

What is the process of creating cannabis infusions?

Infusing flower/concentrates/extracts into fats or oils for cooking and baking.

What are cannabis extracts?

Concentrated forms of phytocannabinoids including terpenes and flavonoids.

What solvents are used in solvent-based cannabis extraction?

Chemical solvents like butane, propane, ethanol, and supercritical CO2.

How does solvent extraction equipment work?

A closed-loop system that repeatedly passes the solvent through plant material to dissolve desired compounds.

What methods are used in solventless extraction?

Pressure, heat, or filtration.

What advice should be given to someone trying cannabis products to avoid overconsumption?

Encourage users to start with low doses and increase slowly, tracking their experience.