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- 2. A nerve cell; a special cell that carries messages between the brain and other parts of the body.
- 6. A chemical substance that carries a message from one neuron to another.
- 9. system A system in the brain that helps keep the brain and body in balance. It has three parts: endocannabinoids, cellular receptors, and enzymes.
- 10. A plant that can be smoked, vaped or ingested and contains high levels of THC, which can negatively affect the developing brain.
- 12. marijuana Marijuana that is prescribed by a doctor and is used to treat a some very serious medical conditions.
- 13. A chemical from cannabis plants that does not affect the brain.
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- 1. A common word for the plant called cannabis. Marijuana can be smoked, vaped, or ingested and contains high levels of THC, which can negatively affect the developing brain.
- 3. damage Harm to the brain the makes it hard to learn new things, focus, or make smart choices.
- 4. An electronic device, sometime called a vape for short, that heats up liquids and solids and turns them into vapor — marijuana can be vaped.
- 5. A chemical from the cannabis plants that can negatively affect the developing brain.
- 7. Natural messengers in the brain that communicate with cellular receptors.
- 8. Chemicals your body makes to break down things like neurotransmitters when they’re done delivering their message.
- 11. receptors Places on neurons where neurotransmitters stick onto to deliver their message.