Delta-9 THC is a standard abbreviation that refers to the number of double bonds that are in the THC molecule. This makes it possible for you to know whether cannabis has more or less THC in it. If you see a product labeled as CBD, then a person is likely talking about the cannabidiol content. If someone says CBD, they are most likely referring to the cannabis extract (oil) as opposed to indica and Sativa.
Though many find it confusing, delta-9 is useful because it helps people identify the different types of cannabinoids within marijuana.
Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Delta-9-THC) is the essential psychoactive fixing contingent upon the specific plant, either THC or cannabidiol is the most plentiful cannabinoid in marijuana. Delta-9-THC and Delta-8-THC are the only mixtures in the marijuana plant that produce every one of the psychoactive impacts of marijuana.
What is delta-8 THC?
Delta-8 THC is an analog of delta-9 THC that contains double bonds instead of triple ones. Delta 8 THC can be synthesized from CBD with an enzyme called cytochrome P450. This enzyme converts CBD to delta 8 THC which has psychoactive effects on the body when ingested or smoked. This compound is said to be five times stronger than delta 9 when it comes to its psychoactive properties. It also lasts longer than other strains and can produce effects for up to 72 hours after use compared with 16 hours for delta 9 THC.
Research on delta-8 THC is still lacking so very little information is available on this chemical compound and its uses in medicinal marijuana or recreational use. Despite this, most people in Colorado who have been granted medical marijuana cards choose strains with higher amounts of this unique substance as a way of getting stronger effects from their edibles or smoking marijuana compared to those containing only synthetic delta 9 THC or even CBD for that matter which has no psychoactive properties at all.
