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Forensic labs are often called in to identify unknown powders, liquids and pills that may be illicit drugs. There are basically two categories of forensic tests used to analyze drugs and other unknown substances: Presumptive tests (such as color tests) give only an indication of which type of substance is present -- but they can't specifically identify the substance. Confirmatory tests (such as gas chromatography/mass spectrometry) are more specific and can determine the precise identity of the substance.
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what is forensic drug testing?
Forensic drug testing is to identify unknown powders, liquids and pills that may be illicit drugs. There are basically two categories of forensic tests used to analyze drugs and other unknown substances. They are Presumptive tests and Confirmatory tests.
What tools does a forensic scientist use?
Forensic scientists use a lot of computer technology, microscopes, and they draw what they see a lot. They also use kits for discovering finger prints, ultra violet lights or blacklights to see unknown substances on a scene (semen, saliva, blood)
Who are the unknown scientists in the world?
That information is not available, as they are unknown.
Analyze the Interactions Between the Major Systems that make up the Earth?
unknown losers
Pokemon SoulSilver how to get to the unknown scientists?
go to the ruins of alph and solve one of the puzzles an in one of them will have the scientists in them when you go in the basement of the ruins the scientist will give you the UNKNOWN REPORT.
How do forensic scientists use bones to identify unknown individuals?
The structure and sizes of bones can be used by forensic scientists to identify unknown individuals. Different ethnic groups have different bone structures and there is stark contrast between the bones of males and females. Forensic scientists can use a single bone - if that is all they are provided with - to calculate the height, gender, and ethnicity. I do not know how they can tell, since I have not studied in that area, but they can usually tell with first glance what gender it should be. Also, different people have had unique medical records. Records of fractures, or breaks, or simply bone stress can help if forensic scientists see a certain feature (i.e, a fracture line). The skull is probably the most important out of all the bones for identification. The skull can clearly show scientists what gender, age, ethnicity the person was. Even an untrained person can tell if they know what to look for. For example, males have a sharper brow and squarer jaw, while females have more rounded skulls. Teeth can help - especially if the scientist has access to dental records. The number and type of teeth in someone's mouth can tell you their approximate age and daily diet. There was probably a lot of peripheral information in here, but I hope this helped!
An unknown murder victim was finally identified that led to the arrest of a suspect?
forensic anthropology is the type of science used
What are two Unknown animals to US scientists in 1803?
lion and tiger
Why do lunar eclipse happen only during a full moon phase?
It is unknown to scientists.
What are uses for a spectroscope?
it is an important scientific tool for analyzing the composition of unknown material. It has found applications in fields as disparate as astronomy and forensic chemistry.
What metals are found naturally?
Not yet do many scientists know as some metals are formed unknown
Is the Yete monster real?
scientists still are unknown about if the yeti is real but the evidence is pointing to no it is not real.
