CLEAN : New London exhibition to map the anatomy of crime

The video tutorial explores the evolution of forensic science, starting with historical materials and rare books, and moving through the portrayal of forensics in media. It discusses 19th-century methods of criminal identification based on physical characteristics and contrasts them with modern forensic practices, highlighting the introduction of new technologies that enhance traditional methods.

What is the significance of the collection of cards from Pillsbury mentioned in the video?

• They are used to teach modern forensic techniques.

• They provide insight into historical forensic cases.

• They are a collection of fictional crime stories.

• They are used to identify criminals today.

How does the video suggest crime dramas have influenced public perception of forensics?

• They have shaped a familiar yet incomplete view of forensics.

• They have provided an accurate view of forensic work.

• They have made people experts in forensic science.

• They have discouraged interest in forensic careers.

What was the primary method for identifying criminals before fingerprints were introduced?

• Voice analysis

• Facial recognition software

• DNA analysis

• Physical characteristics like skull shape and eye color

Who authored the 19th-century book on identifying criminals based on physical traits?

• Pillsbury

• Arthur Conan Doyle

• Sherlock Holmes

• Albert Young Man

What has remained essentially unchanged in forensic practices despite new technologies?

• The methods of crime scene photography

• The reliance on eyewitness testimony

• The basic forensic processes

• The use of DNA evidence