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Fundamentals of Forensic Science, Third Edition

✍ Scribed by Siegel, Jay A.; Houck, Max M


Publisher
Elsevier/Academic Press
Year
2006
Tongue
English
Leaves
699
Edition
3
Category
Library

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✦ Synopsis


The book includes the binding principles of forensic science, including the relationships between people, places, and things as demonstrated by transferred evidence, the context of those people, places, and things, and the meaningfulness of the physical evidence discovered, along with its value in the justice system. Written by two of the leading experts in forensic science today, the book approaches the field from a truly unique and exciting perspective, giving readers a new understanding and appreciation for crime scenes as recent pieces of history, each with evidence that tells a story. Straightforward organization that includes key terms, numerous feature boxes emphasizing online resources, historical events, and figures in forensic science Compelling, actual cases are included at the start of each chapter to illustrate the principles being covered Effective training, including end-of-chapter questions – paired with a clear writing style making this an invaluable resource for professors and students of forensic science Over 250 vivid, color illustrations that diagram key concepts and depict evidence encountered in the field

✦ Table of Contents


Content:
Dedication,Front Matter,Copyright,Editor: Biographies,Foreword,Preface to the Third Edition,Preface to the Second Edition,Preface to the First Edition,AcknowledgmentsEntitled to full textPart 1: Criminal Justice and Forensic ScienceChapter 1 - Introduction, Pages 3-22
Chapter 2 - Crime Scene Investigation, Pages 23-42
Chapter 3 - The Nature of Evidence, Pages 43-66
Chapter 4 - Microscopy, Pages 69-91
Chapter 5 - Light and Matter, Pages 93-119
Chapter 6 - Separation Methods, Pages 121-151
Chapter 7 - Pathology, Pages 155-179
Chapter 8 - Anthropology and Odontology, Pages 181-213
Chapter 9 - Entomology, Pages 215-233
Chapter 10 - Serology and Bloodstain Pattern Analysis, Pages 235-260
Chapter 11 - DNA Analysis, Pages 261-290
Chapter 12 - Forensic Hair Examinations, Pages 291-312
Chapter 13 - Illicit Drugs, Pages 315-352
Chapter 14 - Forensic Toxicology, Pages 353-380
Chapter 15 - Textile Fibers, Pages 381-404
Chapter 16 - Paint Analysis, Pages 405-426
Chapter 17 - Soil and Glass, Pages 427-450
Chapter 18 - Fires and Explosions, Pages 451-490
Chapter 19 - Friction Ridge Examination, Pages 493-518
Chapter 20 - Questioned Documents, Pages 519-544
Chapter 21 - Firearms and Tool Marks, Pages 545-576
Chapter 22 - Impression Evidence, Pages 577-598
Chapter 23 - Digital Evidenceβˆ—, Pages 599-618
Chapter 24 - Legal Aspects of Forensic Science, Pages 621-650
Chapter 25 - Ethical and Professional Issues, Pages 651-666
Glossary, Pages 667-676
Index, Pages 677-703


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