Forensic Science

What is Forensic Science?

• the study of fossils

• the use of science and technology to analyze crime scenes

• the use of technology in studying plants

• the study of microorganisms

Answer explanation

A good way to understand it is memorizing that forensic has to do with crime. So, Forensic Science is science in crime!

Other than the police, who else helps determine suspects?

• priests

• geologists

• forensic scientists

• garbage men

Answer explanation

Forensic scientists use science and technology to look at crime scenes. When they do this, they can draw conclusions about the evidence they find to help narrow down suspects.

What is DNA?

• A chemical used to grow plants faster

• An acid put in vitamin gummies

• A type of dog toy

• Genetic material that makes people unique

Answer explanation

Everyone has DNA! It is the reason we have different hair, eyes, and more.

What do scientists do when they are looking at a crime scene?

• write down observations

• throw up

• cry

• take the evidence

Answer explanation

Observations are the first step to solving any crime as they are the basis of data collection. Writing down everything you see helps you remember the scene later!

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Hair found on a crime scene can give you..

• an infection

• DNA

• shoe size

• pattern

Answer explanation

Hair can be used to get someone's DNA bands on an electrophoresis gel. What a great find!

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Can footprints generally be seen with the naked eye?

• yes

• no

Answer explanation

Generally, footprints cannot be seen with the naked eye. Forensic podiatrists use a substance called luminol to see them.

Why are fingerprints important?

• they help us grip things like bananas

• they shed

• each person has a unique set of fingerprints

• the lines spell out letters

Answer explanation

This is why many phones have fingerprint passwords!

What pattern does this fingerprint have?

• whorl

• arch

• loop

• line

Answer explanation

Whorls kind of sound like swirls which is what this pattern basically is!

What 4 letters code for traits in DNA?

• R,D,N,A

• A,U,C,G

• M,R,N,A

• A,T,C,G

Answer explanation

These are called bases!

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What are biometrics?

• a form of biology that uses technology

• physical characteristics used to identify individuals

• genetically modified organisms

• fake thing

Answer explanation

An example of biometrics is the Face ID in phones. It uses your face to identify you and unlocks your phone!