Death Investigations: Unit 2 Test Remediation

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What does the absence of post mortem lividity indicate about the time of death?

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The absence of post mortem lividity indicates that the person has been dead for less than two hours.

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What is forensic entomology?

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Forensic entomology is the study of insects to estimate the time of death based on insect activity.

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What is the primary purpose of forensic anthropology in criminal investigations?

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The primary purpose of forensic anthropology is to estimate the age, sex, and ancestry of skeletal remains.

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What is the cause of death?

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The cause of death is the specific injury or disease that leads to a person's death.

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Which of the following is NOT a use of forensic entomology?

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Locating a specific weapon used in a murder.

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What is post mortem lividity?

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Post mortem lividity is the pooling of blood in the lowest parts of the body after death, indicating the position of the body.

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How can forensic entomology help in a death investigation?

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Forensic entomology can help estimate the time of death by analyzing the life cycle of insects found on the body.

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What role does forensic anthropology play in identifying remains?

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Forensic anthropology helps in identifying remains by analyzing skeletal features to determine age, sex, and ancestry.

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What is the difference between cause of death and manner of death?

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Cause of death refers to the specific injury or disease leading to death, while manner of death refers to the circumstances surrounding the death (e.g., natural, accidental, homicide).

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What type of evidence can forensic entomology provide?

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Forensic entomology can provide evidence related to the time of death and the conditions surrounding the death.