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Forensic Science
Criminal cases are very dependent upon evidence to prove or disprove the facts of the case. The analysis of evidence requires a wide breadth of scientific knowledge and the latest scientific techniques as well as proper evidence procedures.
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What are the three major functions of a forensic scientist?
A forensic scientist must be skilled in applying the principles and techniques of the physical and natural sciences to the analysis of the many types of evidence that may be recovered during a criminal investigation. They may also provide expert court testimony. They also participate in trainning law enforcement personnel in the proper recognition, collection, and preservation of physical evidence !
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How do forensic scientist help police?
The forensic scientists can help identify the means of death and how long they have been dead. More importantly, the forensic scientists can use the bones of the deceased person to identify their ethnicity, age, height, gender, and specific things about their body. ie, how many times the dead person has given birth if the person is a female.Also, forensic artists can create a sculpture of what the dead person would have looked like in life, if they have access to a skull. This would help the police to identify who was murdered.
How do you use forensic science?
Forensic Science is used to answer questions that deal with criminal or civil actions. Forensics has many subdivisions such as Digital Forensics, Criminalistics, Forensic Psychology, etc. Law & Order, The Mentalist, and the CSI television shows apply a glamorized version of forensics.
Do they do an autopsy on a person that died at home alone?
Ya in some cases if death seems to be unnatural
Why do forensics use polaroids instead of digital slrs?
Polaroids may have been used in the past because of their ability to instantly produce images of evidence, but digital cameras enjoy the same benefit. Unfortunately, not all law enforcement agencies are able to afford newer equipment, or the training which is often required.
Are finger print substantial evidence?
Yes.! Because no two persons have same finger prints. Its different for each human.
Also the genetic evidences are unique as no two humans have same DNA combination
What training do you need to have to be a forensic scientist?
well id go and du training at a hospital first and then muve on and du a few years at a
police station xx
What does the job of a forensic scientist involve?
Forensic scientists gather and evaluate evidence from the victims, vehicles, and scenes of crimes. They analyze the data scientifically, and their findings may help to convict or prove the innocence of a person accused of a crime. Forensic scientists are sometimes known as crime lab analysts or criminalises. Almost all of the people in this field work for federal, state, or local law enforcement and investigative agencies.
Police may submit clothing to be tested for the presence of drugs. Forensic scientists may be asked to decide whether spent bullets match firearms, or they may test and examine burned debris, footprints, inks, and papers.
How many years of college does a forensic scientist need?
I believe you only need a Bachelor's degree, so 4 years in college. I am a criminal justice major myself.
What skills do you need for forensic science?
Basically you need to learn how to detect blood spatter, be able to perform an autopsy in some cases to help you find the COD (Cause of Death). On-the-scene obviously need to know how the equipment works and how to be in the "mind of the suspect". Interregators obviously need to be trained in interrigation and how to make people talk.
What type of classes do you need for forensic science?
You would without a doubt have to take chemistry classes. Biology courses would also be a must, and some earth and mineral courses may be mandatory as well
How many types of forensic science jobs are there?
Crime Lab Analyst, Crime Scene Analyst, Criminalist, Crime Lab Director, DNA Analyst, Evidence Custodian, Firearms Custodian, Fingerprint Techinician, Forensic Autopsy Assistant, Forensic Biologist, Forensic Evidence Techinician, Forensic Scientist, Law Enforcement Training Officer, Latent Print Examiner, Latent Print Techinician, Toxicologist, Trace Analyst these are some jobs that i found.
Why is health and safety important in forensic science?
Health and safety in forensic science is vital, as the presence of body fluids is very common. These body fluids e.g. blood, saliva and semen etc. can contain disease such as AIDS and hepatitis B. So to avoid the transfer of these infections from samples to scientists precautions must be taken. These include wearing gloves, face masks and goggles, and also ensuring that all staff are adequately trained and equipment is properly maintained.
You will have to either be more specific about what you want to find out, or narrow your subject field down a little. There are entire textbooks written on this subject and which contain more material than can possibly be covered here.
What are best Source of forensic evidence?
The best source for any forensic evidence is the person's DNA sample.
If the person involved in crime is badly wounded then that person can also be identified from dental records.
Fingerprinting and brain mapping are one the best source of forensic evidence in 21st century crimes.
What is the most important skill of a forensic artist or a person using composite software?
its when they all have different kind of finger prints
11 What aptitudes strengths and talents does forensic scienct call for?
what aptitudes streangthe and talents does a forensic scientist need
What types of science are involved in forensic science?
botany chemistry biology zoology
ANY of the sciences may be used to solve legal questions and therefore 'forensic' might be appended to that science - e.g. forensic geology.
Commonly used in the crime laboratory are Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
What are some jobs in the forensic field?
criminal profiler
criminologist
forensic scientist
crime scene investigator
forensic chemist
fingerprint expert
What are the uses of DNA cloning in Forensic Science?
DNA cloning in forensic science is used to amplify and analyze DNA samples taken from crime scenes. This technique allows scientists to create copies of DNA fragments for further analysis, such as DNA profiling and identification of suspects. DNA cloning also helps in establishing genetic relationships and can be used to link suspects to crime scenes with high accuracy.
