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Why should forensic evidence be placed in paper bags or envelopes rather than plastic bags?
Forensic evidence should be placed in paper bags or envelopes rather than plastic bags to prevent the growth of mold or mildew due to trapped moisture. Paper allows for air circulation and can prevent the degradation of evidence caused by moisture accumulation, which can compromise the integrity of the evidence.
Why is evidence placed in a paper bag instead of a plastic bag?
Actually, some plastic bags contain "static electricity" that can/could remove or at the very least alter any evidence placed in the bag. Therefore, compromising the integrity of the "evidence" placed in it.
Can Evidence may be placed into containers like manila envelopes plastic pill bottles plastic bags and carefully folded paper.?
Yes, evidence can be placed into containers such as manila envelopes, plastic pill bottles, plastic bags, and carefully folded paper to preserve and protect it during collection, storage, and transportation. It is important to use appropriate containers to prevent contamination, loss, or damage to the evidence.
Why is evidence placed in a paper bag or an envelope rather than a plastic one?
It isn't always put into paper bags/envelopes. They are only put into paper bags/envelopes if the sample needs to dry or avoid degredation for rotting. For instance a pair of blood stained jeans, they would be placed in a paper bag so that there is a bit of air flow and the jeans will then not rot. However may other sample types would normally be placed into plastic bags, such as fingermarks lifted from a scene. these do not need the air flow so are placed and sealed into an airtight plastic bag.
Why was forensic evidence put in paper bags and not in plastics?
Forensic evidence is typically placed in paper bags instead of plastics because paper allows evidence to breathe, preventing the growth of mold or bacteria. Plastic can trap moisture, potentially compromising the evidence. Additionally, paper bags provide a suitable environment for any trace amounts of chemicals to evaporate.
Why is a brown paper bag better for preserving evidence than a plastic bag?
Because paper disintegrates faster than plastic
Is paper lighter or plastic?
This depends on the assortment of plastic or paper.
What does McDonald's recycle?
Paper, plastic, and metal cans.
Is a paper carton plastic?
No, paper and plastic are two totally different substances.
How can you collect hair evidence?
Hair evidence can be collected by carefully removing individual hairs with clean forceps, ensuring the roots are intact. The hairs should be placed in paper bindles or envelopes to prevent contamination and preserve any potential DNA evidence. It's important to document the location and context of where the hair was found to maintain the chain of custody.
What were grocery stores like before plastic?
Aluminum, paper, and rubber materials were used instead for containing goods. Plastic is used because it is both cheap and relatively airtight. However, there is nothing contained in plastic at the stores that could not be placed into an aluminum can.
What are the Esperanto words for paper and plastic?
The Esperanto words for paper and plastic are papero and plasto.
