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hair and teeth can both be used for identification of a person either dead or alive. Hair contains a persons unique DNA and they can search dental records on a persons teeth

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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!


Which characteristics do scientists to use to group species?

Scientists use Ancestors and DNA to group DNA.


Do lions use their teeth or claws to catch their prey?

They use their claws to catch their prey, but they use their teeth to tear it apart.


What is the tooth edge of a comb?

The 'teeth' of a comb are the spikes that glide through your hair when you use it. These teeth are fixed into the back of the comb which is rigid and keeps the comb straight. The 'tooth edge' of the comb is therefore the edge of the comb where all the teeth are separate and rough when you feel it - opposite to the back of the comb which is smooth. If you run your thumb nail down the tooth edge of a come all the teeth will make a 'plinking' sound.


What part of crocodile use for getting food?

mouth

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What kind of DNA ..? Blood you need to find the type Hair or fibers you can find the ethnicity Teeth you can differentiate bite marks Blood, saliva and semen can be used as individualized evidence in court


How do forensic scientists use toxicology?

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What are some jobs that use proportions?

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What kind of tools do the forensic scientists use?

What kind of equipment do the forensic scientists use?To be honest you just said the question as the answer, this really didn't help. - different person from the one above lol


How do forensic scientists use tools?

they use tools to a piece of evidence so it can help them


How can forensic scientists use controlled substances to solve a crime?

By scientific analysis.


What is are the most popular DNA analysis equipment that forensic scientists use?

Elctrophorosis kit .


Why do forensic scientists use microscopes?

Forensic scientists use microscopes to examine trace evidence such as hair, fiber, glass, or soil found at crime scenes. Microscopes help scientists identify and compare the physical characteristics of different samples to determine their origin and potentially link them to suspects or victims. This detailed analysis can provide valuable information in criminal investigations.