Forensics - Hair Review

Forensics - Hair Review

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

NGSS
HS-PS1-3

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the scale pattern of hair that resembles a petal-like structure?

Back

Spinous

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What protein is the hair shaft primarily composed of?

Back

Keratin

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Does hair always contain DNA?

Back

False

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is trace evidence in forensic science?

Back

Small but measurable amounts of physical or biological material found at a crime scene.

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS1-3

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the oldest part of the hair?

Back

Tip

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three main parts of a hair strand?

Back

Cuticle, Cortex, Medulla.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of the cuticle in hair?

Back

The cuticle protects the inner layers of the hair and helps to prevent damage.

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