fiber evidence review

Which of the answers describe natural fibers?

• rayon, nylon, wool

• cotton, polyester, cashmere

• linen, cotton, silk

• silk, spandex, polyester

The transfer of evidence such as a fiber from a source to a person, then to another person, is called:

• direct transfer

• absolute transfer

• source transfer

• secondary transfer

When studying fibers, a forensic scientist will ask questions about

• type of fiber

• color of fiber

• number of fibers found

• all of the above

Fiber evidence is gathered with

• tape, vacuums, and fingers

• tape, forceps, and fans

• tape, vacuums, and forceps

• vacuums, fingers, and water

Which of the following is a nondestructive method of analyzing fibers?

• microscopy

• burning

• chromatography

• solvents

Natural fibers come from animals, plants, and

• fungi

• minerals

• bacteria

• detritis