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Applications and Techniques in Forensic Science Quiz

#1

Which of the following is NOT a technique commonly used in forensic science?

Astrology
Explanation

Astrology is not a valid forensic science technique.

#2

What does Luminol detect at a crime scene?

Blood stains
Explanation

Luminol detects the presence of blood stains at a crime scene.

#3

What does the acronym CODIS stand for in forensic science?

Combined DNA Index System
Explanation

CODIS stands for Combined DNA Index System in forensic science.

#4

Which of the following is NOT a type of fingerprint pattern?

Dimple
Explanation

Dimple is not a recognized type of fingerprint pattern.

#5

What is the primary purpose of forensic entomology?

Studying insects on corpses
Explanation

Forensic entomology focuses on studying insects found on corpses.

#6

Which of the following is NOT a type of forensic examination?

Psychiatric evaluation
Explanation

Psychiatric evaluation is not a type of forensic examination.

#7

Which of the following is NOT a component of forensic toxicology?

Examination of gunshot residue
Explanation

Examination of gunshot residue is not a component of forensic toxicology.

#8

Which of the following is a computer-based technique used in forensic investigations?

Digital forensics
Explanation

Digital forensics involves the analysis of electronic devices and data.

#9

What is the term for the study of firearm projectiles and their trajectories?

Ballistics
Explanation

Ballistics is the study of firearm projectiles and their trajectories.

#10

Which technique is used to analyze the chemical composition of substances?

Chromatography
Explanation

Chromatography is used to analyze the chemical composition of substances.

#11

What is the term for the examination of human skeletal remains for law enforcement agencies to determine the identity of unidentified bones?

Forensic anthropology
Explanation

Forensic anthropology involves examining skeletal remains to determine identity.

#12

What is the term for the process of examining and comparing tool marks?

Toolmark examination
Explanation

Toolmark examination involves examining and comparing tool marks.

#13

Which of the following is NOT a type of forensic anthropology analysis?

DNA sequencing
Explanation

DNA sequencing is not a type of forensic anthropology analysis.

#14

Which of the following is NOT a technique used in forensic document examination?

Fingerprinting
Explanation

Fingerprinting is not a technique used in forensic document examination.

#15

Which technique is used to determine the age of skeletal remains?

Radiocarbon dating
Explanation

Radiocarbon dating is used to determine the age of skeletal remains.

#16

Which of the following is NOT a step in the forensic DNA analysis process?

Replication
Explanation

Replication is not a step in the forensic DNA analysis process.

#17

What is the term for the examination of handwriting to establish authenticity or identity?

Document examination
Explanation

Document examination involves examining handwriting to establish authenticity or identity.

#18

Which of the following is NOT a type of forensic imaging technique?

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Explanation

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is not a forensic imaging technique.

#19

What is the term for the process of analyzing skeletal remains to determine age at death, sex, stature, ancestry, and unique features?

Forensic anthropology
Explanation

Forensic anthropology involves analyzing skeletal remains to determine age, sex, stature, ancestry, and unique features.

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