Bertino Forensics Chapter 10

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What does iodine react with in counterfeit bills?

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Iodine in pens used to detect counterfeit bills reacts with starch in those bills.

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Which form of forgery is not commonly discussed?

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Digital forgery is not a commonly discussed form of forgery.

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What is the method of turning one denomination of US dollars to another called?

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The method is called bleaching.

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What materials are US currency and other currencies made of?

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US currency is made of a linen blend, while other currencies may be made of plastic.

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Do all document analysts need to work as apprentices?

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True, all document analysts must first work as apprentices of experienced analysts.

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What is forgery?

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Forgery is the act of falsifying documents, signatures, or other items to deceive.

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What is the purpose of using iodine pens in forensics?

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Iodine pens are used to detect the presence of starch in paper, which can indicate authenticity.

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What are the common types of forgery?

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Common types of forgery include check forgery, literary forgery, and art forgery.

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What is the difference between reprinting and bleaching in currency alteration?

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Reprinting involves creating a new version of a bill, while bleaching involves removing the ink from a bill to change its denomination.

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What is the significance of document analysis in forensics?

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Document analysis helps verify the authenticity of documents and detect forgeries.