The hemp plant Cannabis sativa, commonly known as marijuana, is a very popular drug in the United States for its unique effects. ... The concentration of THC is located in the flowering top of the plant. ... The THC content of the normal plant can be from 0.5% to 6%. ... Where the plant is grown also has an effect on the potency. ... It is highly fat soluble, which means it absorbs quickly into organs covered by a fatty membrane such as the brain, liver, lungs, and reproductive organs (drugs.Indiana.edu/publications/iprc/factline/marijuana.html). ...

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