Key Terms Chapter 4

Synthetic Marijuana: Synthetic marijuana, also known as K2 or Spice, is a misleading term. It’s not actually a plant-based product like marijuana (cannabis). Instead, it’s a man-made concoction of lab-created chemicals sprayed onto plant material.

Synthetic Cannabinoids: Man-made chemicals designed to mimic the effects of THC in marijuana.

Spice, K2, Fake Weed: Street names for synthetic marijuana.

Cannabinoid Receptors: Special cells in the brain that connect with cannabinoids and affect mood, perception, and thinking abilities.

Overdose: A situation where a person ingests too much of a substance, leading to serious health problems and potentially death.