History and Intro to Forensics Review

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What was the Bertillon system based on?

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Precise body measurements.

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Who is considered the father of Toxicology?

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Mathieu Orfila.

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What is forensics?

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The application of science to criminal and civil investigations.

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Who received the Nobel Prize for discovering the ABO Blood Types?

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Karl Landsteiner.

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Where were the earliest records of forensics found?

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China.

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What is the primary focus of forensic science?

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To apply scientific principles to solve crimes.

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What is the significance of fingerprints in forensics?

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They are unique to each individual and used for identification.

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What role does toxicology play in forensics?

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It involves the study of poisons and their effects on the body.

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What is the purpose of forensic pathology?

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To determine the cause of death through examination of the body.

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What is the importance of evidence collection in forensics?

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It is crucial for solving crimes and securing convictions.