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[–] Nacktmull@lemmy.world 10 points 7 months ago

Yes, that is one of the possible explanations for trichomes. However, In literature there are several potential reasons for cannabis producing THC listed, some of them are:

-deterring certain insect and other herbivores -Anti-microbial effects -UV light protection

Claiming that heat shock defense is the only reason seems like a simplification, considering that scientists are still researching the matter.