Forensic Science: Trace Evidence: Glass & Paint Review

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What type of cracks begin at the site of impact and radiate outward based on the amount of force?

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Radial Cracks

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NGSS.HS-PS2-3

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What is the term for the passing of evidence, such as glass or paint, from an object to a crime scene or vice versa?

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Direct Transfer

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What are the solid components of paints that serve a variety of purposes?

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Paint Extenders

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

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What property of glass allows it to bend light and is crucial for lens making?

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Refractive Index

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What is the precise method used for determining the exact refractive index of glass fragments?

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Hot Stage Method

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NGSS.HS-PS4-3

NGSS.HS-PS4-5

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What type of evidence can be analyzed to determine the source of a paint sample?

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Paint Evidence

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What is the significance of the refractive index in forensic science?

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It helps in matching glass fragments to their source.

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What are the two main types of glass fractures?

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Radial and Concentric fractures.

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What is the role of paint extenders in forensic analysis?

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They can help identify the type and source of paint.

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How can the refractive index be measured in a laboratory setting?

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Using methods like the Hot Stage Method.