Hemp

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/hemp

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the botanical species?Cannabis sativa
2. What is the primary cannabinoids?Typically higher in Cannabidiol (CBD) and lower in Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
3. How is hemp different from marijuana?Hemp has much less THC and more CBD, so it doesn't have the psychoactive effects that marijuana has. This makes it legal for many uses.
4. Why is hemp good for the environment?Hemp grows quickly, needs less water than cotton, and usually doesn't need many pesticides. It can help keep soil healthy and reduce pollution.

Chemotype: A classification of plants based on their chemical compounds, particularly cannabinoids in cannabis.
Cannabinoids: Chemical compounds found in cannabis plants, such as THC and CBD, with various effects.
Biodegradable Plastics: Plastics designed to break down naturally into simpler substances, reducing environmental persistence.
Bast Fibers: Strong, flexible fibers obtained from the phloem (inner bark) of certain plants, like hemp.