Forensic Death

What is the approximate temperature of a corpse after 15 hours and 22 minutes of death?

• 24.5 degrees Celsius

• 26.3 degrees Celsius

• 28.0 degrees Celsius

• 30.1 degrees Celsius

What incision is typically made to begin an internal autopsy?

• V incision.

• Y incision.

• T incision.

• U incision.

What is the typical body temperature at the time of death?

• Approximately 37 degrees Celsius.

• Approximately 35 degrees Celsius.

• Approximately 40 degrees Celsius.

• Approximately 36 degrees Celsius.

What is rigor mortis?

• The stiffening of the muscles after death due to chemical changes.

• A condition where the body becomes excessively flexible after death.

• The process of decomposition that occurs immediately after death.

• A state of complete muscle relaxation that occurs after death.

How long does it take for the skin to start sloughing off after death?

• Within 1-3 days.

• Within 6-10 days.

• Within 11-15 days.

• Within 16-20 days.

What is forensic pathology?

• The study of ancient medical practices.

• The branch of medicine that determines the cause of death by examining a corpse.

• A field focused on the psychological evaluation of criminals.

• The analysis of blood samples for drug testing.

If rigor mortis is present from shoulders to feet, how long has it been since death?

• Slightly over 12 hours.

• Less than 6 hours.

• Around 24 hours.

• More than 36 hours.

What is decomposition?

• The process by which organic substances are broken down into simpler forms of matter.

• A method of preserving organic materials for future use.

• The act of combining different substances to create a new compound.

• A technique used in cooking to enhance flavors.

What is the significance of the time of death in forensic investigations?

• It helps establish a timeline of events and can link suspects to the crime.

• It determines the cause of death directly.

• It is irrelevant to the investigation process.

• It only affects the legal proceedings after the investigation.

What are the stages of decomposition?

• Fresh, bloat, active decay, advanced decay, and dry remains.

• Initial, intermediate, final, and residual stages.

• Formation, growth, decay, and disappearance.

• Emergence, development, decline, and extinction.