Introduction to Forensics: Unit Review

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How does our brain make sense of the thousands of pieces of information that come its way on a daily basis?

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It filters information.

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What is a folded paper used to hold trace evidence called?

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A bindle.

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Is pollen from a plant considered to be physical evidence or biological evidence?

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Biological evidence.

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What is the purpose of the chain of custody in forensics?

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It provides documentation of the people that handled the evidence, a log of dates, and creates a traceable path that the evidence takes from crime scene to courtroom.

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What type of evidence is indirect and used to imply a fact but not to prove it directly?

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Circumstantial evidence.

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What is the definition of physical evidence in forensics?

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Physical evidence refers to any material object that can establish that a crime has been committed or can link a suspect to a crime.

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What is the role of forensic scientists?

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Forensic scientists analyze physical evidence collected from crime scenes to help solve crimes.

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What is the difference between direct evidence and circumstantial evidence?

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Direct evidence directly links a suspect to a crime, while circumstantial evidence implies a fact but does not prove it directly.

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What is trace evidence?

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Trace evidence refers to small, often microscopic, materials that can be transferred from one location to another, such as hair, fibers, or soil.

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What does the term 'chain of custody' refer to?

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The chain of custody refers to the process of maintaining and documenting the handling of evidence from the time it is collected until it is presented in court.