Forensic Scientist

The application of a broad range of sciences to answer legal questions

• Health Science

• Biology

• Physical Science

• Forensic Science

One of the basic functions of a forensic scientist is to provide important ______ for the prosecution.

• Evidence

• Testimony

• Opinions

• Witnesses

Select three main functions of a forensic scientist.

• Analyze evidence

• interpret what was found

• report their findings in a court of law truthfully

• arrest perpetrators

Which area of forensic science includes the study of soil studies and casts and molds?

• Earth Science

• Anatomy

• Social Studies

• General

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Which unit includes DNA profiling in its investigations?

• Firearms Unit

• Chemistry Unit

• Biology Unit

• Toxicology Unit

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Which guideline matches Codes of Ethics for interpreting physical evidence?

• No excessive testing

• Appropriately define your area of expertise

• Don't state conclusions beyond your area of expertise

• Inform colleagues about new methodologies

The analysis of differences in skeletal remains to determine identity is

• Forensic entomology

• Forensic archaeology

• Forensic science

• Forensic anthropology

Father of Forensic Toxicology

• Francis Gallon

• Paul Kirk

• Mathieu Orfilia

• Edmond Locard

Criminalistics

• Describes forensic analysis of physical evidence

• Every contact leaves a trace

What is not an acceptable character trait of Forensic Scientists?

• Always gets convictions

• Have sufficient education and training

• Objective

• Unprejudiced and impartial