Forensics 1st Semester Final Exam Review

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Why should witnesses be separated at a crime scene?

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To keep them from creating a cover story.

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What is Locard's Exchange Principle?

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The principle that states that the perpetrator of a crime will bring something into the crime scene and leave with something from it, and that both can be used as forensic evidence.

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What is the advanced decay stage of decomposition?

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Most flesh is gone, and the body begins to dry.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What characterizes the dry remains stage of decomposition?

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Only bones remain.

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Why is it important to separate witnesses at a crime scene?

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To ensure their stories remain consistent.

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What is the significance of blood evidence at a crime scene?

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Blood can reveal information about the victim, the perpetrator, and the circumstances of the crime.

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What are the stages of decomposition?

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Fresh, bloat, active decay, advanced decay, and dry remains.

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What role do fibers play in forensic investigations?

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Fibers can link a suspect to a crime scene or victim.

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What is the purpose of forensic entomology?

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To use insect evidence to estimate the time of death.

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What is the importance of securing a crime scene?

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To preserve evidence and prevent contamination.