Forensic Science - General Review

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What are loops, whorls, and arches used to describe?

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Fingerprints.

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What is the first job of a police officer at a crime scene?

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Make sure the scene is safe.

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Can DNA be used to predict what a person looks like?

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True.

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What does a medical examiner determine through an autopsy?

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The cause of death.

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Can a person be immediately identified using DNA and/or fingerprints?

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False.

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What is forensic science?

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The application of scientific methods and techniques to investigate crimes.

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What is the role of a crime scene investigator?

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To collect and preserve evidence from a crime scene.

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What is the significance of chain of custody in forensic science?

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It ensures that evidence is collected, preserved, and documented properly to maintain its integrity.

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What type of evidence is hair considered in forensic science?

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Trace evidence.

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What is the purpose of fingerprint analysis?

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To identify individuals based on unique patterns in their fingerprints.