Wound Ballistics (Exam 4) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the star-shaped contact wound called?
A
Stellate tearing
2
Q
The result of gases escaping from the muzzle causes…
A
Soot
3
Q
When does pseudostippling occur?
A
When shattered glass impacts the victim’s skin
4
Q
While entrance wounds tend to be holes, exit wounds tend to be…
A
Tears
