Forensics Semester 1 EXAM

Front

What are the four front middle teeth called?

Back

Incisors

Front

What is the documented and unbroken transfer of evidence?

Back

Chain of Custody

Front

Identify the fingerprint pattern that resembles a wave or a hill.

Back

Arch

Front

Identify the fingerprint pattern that has circular ridges and looks like a whirlpool.

Back

Whorl

Front

What 3-D method of collecting Impression evidence uses a dental stone or mixture to preserve the dimensional characteristics of the print?

Back

Casting

Front

What are the pointed teeth next to the incisors called?

Back

Cuspids

Front

What type of evidence is based on inference and not on direct observation?

Back

Circumstantial Evidence

Front

What type of evidence can be traced back to a specific source?

Back

Direct Evidence

Front

What is the term for evidence that can be linked to a group but not a single source?

Back

Class Evidence

Front

What is the primary purpose of forensic science?

Back

To apply scientific principles to solve crimes.