Forensics semester review

Forensics is the

• Application of science to crime

• Application of science to make evidence

• application of science to legal questions

If we observe something we will remember everything exactly as it happened

• True

• False

What type of physical evidence is crucial to pay close attention to when observing a crime scene?

• Fingerprints

• Hair samples

• Footprints

• Bloodstains

What is the key to becoming a skilled crime scene observer?

• Attention to detail

• Proper documentation

• Identifying potential evidence

• Following guidelines

What is the importance of noting the location and condition of each piece of evidence at a crime scene?

Why is proper documentation and preservation of evidence essential for a thorough investigation?

• To ensure all evidence is accurately recorded

• To prevent contamination of evidence

• To maintain the integrity of the crime scene

• To speed up the investigation process

Aside from obvious physical evidence, it is important to be observant of potential evidence in the surroundings ___

Chain of custody is a detailed method to preserve evidence that will be used in court.

• true

• false

Hair evidence can be tested to look for

• traits showing the hair is human or animal

• The hair came from a person of a certain ethnic group

• the hair contains drugs or toxins

• the hair has been dyed

All of the hair on a person's head are identical

• true

• false