Blood Spatter Flashcard

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What is the convergence point in blood spatter analysis?

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The convergence point, also known as the origin point, is where the blood droplets appear to come from, indicating the location of the source of the blood.

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What do different angles of blood droplets indicate?

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Different angles of blood droplets indicate the angle at which the blood was dropped, which can help in determining the position of the victim or the assailant.

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What type of blood spatter is created from a gunshot?

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High Velocity blood spatter is typically created from a gunshot, characterized by small droplets that spread over a wide area.

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What angle is a blood drop most likely dropped from if it falls straight down?

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A blood drop that falls straight down is most likely dropped from an angle of 90 degrees.

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What is the acute angle formed between the direction of a blood drop and the surface it strikes called?

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The acute angle is called the Angle of Impact.

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What is the significance of the angle of impact in blood spatter analysis?

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The angle of impact helps forensic analysts determine the position of the blood source and the dynamics of the event.

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What are the four main types of blood spatter patterns?

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The four main types of blood spatter patterns are High Velocity, Medium Velocity, Low Velocity, and Cast-Off.

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How can the height from which blood is dropped be estimated?

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The height can be estimated by analyzing the size and shape of the blood droplets and their impact patterns.

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What does a cast-off pattern indicate in a crime scene?

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A cast-off pattern indicates that blood was flung from a weapon, often seen in cases of blunt force trauma.

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What is the difference between medium velocity and high velocity blood spatter?

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Medium velocity spatter is typically produced by blunt force trauma, while high velocity spatter is produced by gunshots or explosions.