Class 12 Biology - Chapter Human Health and Disease NCERT Solutions | From which plant cannabiniods are obtain

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Question 16

From which plant cannabiniods are obtained? Name any two cannabinoids. Which part of the body is effected by consuming these substances?

Answer

Cannabinoids are obtained from the inflorescence of the plant Cannabis sativa commonly known as bhang; and Cannabis indica.

Marijuana, hashish, charas, ganja are some cannabinoids which are known as marihuana. These chemicals interact with cannabinoid receptors of the body that are mainly present in the brain. Cardiovascular system of the body gets affected adversely by taking these substances or drugs.In metropolitan cities life style of the human beings is responsible in the lowering of immunity and sensitivity to allergens. More polluted environment such as dust in the surroundings increases the chances of allergic reactions in children. Some symptoms of allergic reaction like sneezing, watery eyes, running nose and difficulty in breathing etc.  

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