Forensics Test Flashcards
Define Forensic Science
The application of scientific methods and techniques to matters under investigation by a court of law.
Where does a Forensic Scientist
generally work?
Depends on their area of forensic science, however often a Crime scene, lab or morgue.
What is the role of a Forensic Scientist in solving a crime?
The forensic scientist’s role is to discover forensic evidence which helps identify either the criminals, victims or other important factors relating to a crime. (such as weapon used or where a poison was made)
Name the different Types of Forensic Science
Forensic Toxicology, Anthropology, Ballistics, Serology, Psychology, Entomology, Odontology and Dactylology.
What is Forensic Toxicology?
The study of poison, drugs, steroids, alcohol etc.
What is Forensic Anthropology?
The study of bones
What is Forensic Ballistics?
The study of weapons such as
bombs, guns, knives, bullets, spears.
What is Forensic Serology?
The study of blood, DNA, semen, body fluids etc.
What is Forensic Psychology?
The study of emotions, profiles, mental state etc.
What is Forensic Entomology?
The study of Insects.
What is Forensic Odontology?
The study of teeth (Dentistry)
What is Forensic Dactylology?
The study of fingers and toes, fingerprints.
What is Lochard’s Exchange Principle?
It is that “with contact between two items, there will be an exchange” - the perpetrator of a crime will bring something into the crime scene and leave with something.
What is Direct Evidence?
Direct evidence directly links a person to a crime or proves a fact.
What is Circumstantial Evidence?
Circumstantial evidence is evidence that fits the circumstance of a crime scene but has not been proved true by first hand accounts/ evidence.
