Chemistry in Forensic Science Quiz

What is Gloria Proni's research field?

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Physics

• Geology

What is the purpose of developing a new fingerprint detection reagent?

• To detect DNA

• To detect latent fingerprints

• To detect hair follicles

• To detect footprints

What are latent fingerprints?

• Fingerprints that cannot be seen

• Fingerprints on the wrist

• Fingerprints that are visible

• Fingerprints on the palm

What is the chemical reaction that happens when using Ninhydrin to detect a latent fingerprint?

• Amino acid synthesis

• Protein synthesis

• A reaction called Striker degradation

• Oxygen absorption

Why is Ninhydrin complicated to use for detecting latent fingerprints?

• It requires long incubation time

• It gives a sharp green color

• It is non-toxic

• It is easily available

What is the compound that gives the brown color in henna tattoos?

• Amino acid

• Lawsone

• Ninhydrin

• Protein

What is the chemical reaction between Lawsone and amino acid similar to?

• Oxygen absorption

• Striker degradation

• Amino acid breakdown

• Protein synthesis

What is the potential alternative to Ninhydrin for detecting latent fingerprints?

• Protein

• Oxygen

• Amino acid

• Lawsone

Why is it important for the results in forensic science to be reproducible?

• To win awards

• To ensure scientific validity

• To publish papers

• To impress colleagues

What does Gloria Proni like about her experiment?

• The complexity of the results

• The colorful reactions

• The potential real-world application

• The attention it receives