Forensic Blood Detection Techniques

Forensic Blood Detection Techniques

Assessment

Interactive Video

Chemistry, Biology, Science

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial explores the evolution of blood stain analysis, highlighting the use of Hemas sticks and luminol in detecting blood. It discusses the chemical reactions involved and introduces emerging technologies like infrared cameras that may enhance future forensic investigations. Despite technological advancements, blood remains a crucial element in solving violent crimes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the primary method for understanding blood's unique properties over the years?

Microscopic analysis

Genetic engineering

Trial and error

Advanced technology

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main chemical in hemas sticks that reacts with blood?

Hydrogen peroxide

Sodium chloride

Luminol

Tetramethylbenzidine

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do hemas sticks indicate the presence of blood?

By vibrating

By producing a smell

By changing color

By emitting a sound

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What elements make up luminol?

Carbon, hydrogen, sulfur, phosphorus

Hydrogen, oxygen, sulfur, nitrogen

Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen

Carbon, nitrogen, sulfur, phosphorus

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens when luminol reacts with blood?

It emits a glowing light

It changes color

It produces a sound

It releases a gas

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a limitation of luminol in blood detection?

It may be replaced by more advanced tools

It cannot detect old blood stains

It only works in daylight

It requires a large amount of blood

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new technology is being developed to detect blood traces?

Microwave detectors

X-ray machines

Infrared cameras

Ultraviolet cameras

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary advantage of the new forensic camera over luminol?

It can detect invisible blood traces

It is more portable

It is cheaper

It works faster

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What will always provide insights into violent crimes, regardless of technology?

Fingerprinting

Blood

DNA analysis

Eyewitness accounts