Gc Ms

GC-MS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry) is an analytical technique used to identify and quantify volatile organic compounds in cannabis, including terpenes and other aromatic constituents. Rather than a sensory aroma descriptor, GC-MS is the laboratory methodology breeders and researchers employ to create objective chemical fingerprints of strain profiles. This instrumental approach allows for precise detection of trace compounds that may not be perceptible to human olfaction, supporting reproducible strain documentation and quality control in breeding programs.

Breeders use GC-MS data to verify terpene ratios across generations, ensuring phenotypic consistency and informing selective breeding decisions. This analytical framework helps distinguish chemovars within the same strain family and validates claimed lineage relationships based on chemical markers.