Introduction to Forensics

Which of the following is the best definition of forensic science?

• The science of studying dead people.
• The application of science to the law.
• The application of science to medicine.
• The study of poisons.

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Which section of the modern crime lab is responsible for evidence that is processed using chemistry, physics, and geology?

• photography
• biology
• physical science
• fingerprints

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Which unit of the modern crime lab is responsible for studying gunshot residues and toolmark impressions?

• DNA
• Fingerprint
• Firearms
• Physical Science

Which crime lab unit is responsible for examining bodily fluids and organs for the presence of drugs and poisons?

• Photography
• Toolmarks
• Toxicology
• Evidence Collection

Which entity maintains the largest crime laboratory in the world? 

• LAPD
• Scotland Yard
• FBI
• RHPD

Which forensic unit studies handwriting and typewriting on questioned documents, also may analyze paper or ink? 

• Crime-scene Investigation Unit
• Document Examination Unit
• Print Analysis Unit
• Linguistic Examination Unit

Which of the following is an example of what forensic scientists do?

• Examine evidence
• Interrogate witnesses
• Arrest suspects
• Give press conferences to the media

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is another name for Forensic Science?

• Polygraph
• Criminalistics
• Forensics
• Anthropology

Type of Forensics that uses insects to determine time and location of death?

• Odontology

• Anthropology

• Serology

• Entomology

An autopsy is performed to find out

• how and why the victim died

• what the victim's last meal was

• what the victim's personality was like

• whether the victim was responsible for the crime