A Detailed Examination of THCA vs. Weed Chemical Structures and Effects
THCA, or tetrahydrocannabinolic acid, is a cannabinoid found in raw cannabis plants. When exposed to heat through smoking, vaporization, or cooking, THCA undergoes decarboxylation and converts into THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the psychoactive compound responsible for the “high” associated with marijuana use. The chemical structure of THCA is similar to that of THC, with a few key…