Module Six Flashcards
1
Q
The medulla
A
Most human hairs don’t have them some have fragmented monogoloid race and animals generally have continuous
2
Q
What are the areas of concern w this study
A
Subjectivity w subject variation and that -+ examiner subjectivity
Lack of standards
Cognitive bias in ambiguous case
3
Q
What are some validation studies
A
Gaudette study
Law enforcement assistance administration proficiency testing
Peer report
Wrong convictions
4
Q
When was microscopic hair compassion first used?
A
1861 - first examined by naked eye to assess color, form eg curly or straight then examined w microscope for other characteristics
