Hair as Evidence Notes Test

Front

What are the macroscopic characteristics of hair that can be observed?

Back

Length, Color, Curliness

Front

What is the formula for calculating the medullary index?

Back

Medullary Index = Diameter of Medulla / Diameter of Cortex

Front

What is the primary fibrous protein found in the cortex of hair?

Back

Keratin

Front

What type of evidence connects an individual to a group with shared characteristics?

Back

Class evidence

Front

What is the name of the microscope used for side-by-side comparison of hair samples?

Back

Comparison microscope

Front

What is the structure of hair that is responsible for its strength and elasticity?

Back

Cortex

Front

What is the outermost layer of hair called?

Back

Cuticle

Front

What is the central core of a hair strand known as?

Back

Medulla

Front

What type of evidence is unique to a specific individual?

Back

Individual evidence

Front

What is the significance of the medullary index in forensic analysis?

Back

It helps in distinguishing between different types of hair.