Cannabis 1 (IMAGE) Desert Research Institute Caption According to new research, strongly scented airborne chemicals called biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs), which are naturally produced by cannabis plants during growth and reproduction, may impact indoor and outdoor air quality. Credit Vera Samburova/DRI Usage Restrictions This file may be used with proper caption and credit. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.