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From which plant cannabiniods are obtained? Name any two cannabinoids. Which part of the body is effected by consuming these substances ?

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Cannabinoids are obtained from the inflorescence of the plant Cannabis sativa.
Marijuana, hashish, charas, ganja are some cannabinoids. These chemicals interact with cannabinoid receptors of the body, mainly present in the brain. Cardiovascular system of the body is effected adversly by consuming these substances.
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