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Forensic Toxicology and Poisoning in Early 20th Century New York City Quiz

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Which substance was commonly used as a poison in early 20th century New York City?

Arsenic

Explanation

Arsenic was a common poison due to its availability and deadly effects.

Who is considered the 'father of modern toxicology'?

Paracelsus

Explanation

Paracelsus is credited as the 'father of modern toxicology.'

Which poison, known as 'inheritance powder,' was often used in murders during the 19th and early 20th centuries?

Arsenic

Explanation

Arsenic, dubbed 'inheritance powder,' was commonly used in murders.

Which chemical element, commonly used in manufacturing, was notorious for causing occupational poisoning among workers in early 20th century New York City?

Lead

Explanation

Lead was notorious for causing occupational poisoning in that era.

Which famous case in early 20th century New York City involved the poisoning of multiple victims by an infamous serial killer known as 'The Butcher of Hanover'?

The Düsseldorf Ripper case

Explanation

The Düsseldorf Ripper case involved poisoning by a notorious serial killer.

Who was the chief toxicologist of New York City in the early 20th century?

Charles Norris

Explanation

Charles Norris held the position of chief toxicologist during that time.

Which case in the early 20th century New York City helped establish forensic toxicology as a field?

The Helen Potts case

Explanation

The Helen Potts case contributed significantly to the establishment of forensic toxicology.

Which toxic substance was commonly found in patent medicines in the early 20th century?

Mercury

Explanation

Mercury was frequently present in patent medicines of that era.

In the 1900s, what was the primary method used to detect poison in the human body?

Chemical analysis

Explanation

Chemical analysis was the main technique for poison detection during the 1900s.

#10

What was the name of the organization formed in New York City in the early 20th century to combat food and drug adulteration?

New York Bureau of Chemistry

Explanation

The organization was known as the New York Bureau of Chemistry.

#11

What was the famous book written by Charles Norris and Alexander Gettler regarding forensic toxicology?

The Poisoner's Handbook

Explanation

The Poisoner's Handbook is a renowned book in the field of forensic toxicology.

#12

Which poison was infamously used in the murder case of Mary Frances Creighton in 1916?

Ricin

Explanation

Ricin was the poison used in the Mary Frances Creighton murder case.

#13

Which famous American chemist played a significant role in advocating for food and drug safety laws?

Harvey Washington Wiley

Explanation

Harvey Washington Wiley was instrumental in advocating for food and drug safety legislation.

#14

What is the process of using toxicological analysis to determine the cause of death called?

Forensic toxicology

Explanation

The process is termed forensic toxicology.

#15

Who was the first woman to serve as the chief toxicologist of New York City?

Frances Norris

Explanation

Frances Norris was the first female chief toxicologist in NYC.

Forensic Toxicology and Poisoning in Early 20th Century New York City Quiz

Which substance was commonly used as a poison in early 20th century New York City?

Who is considered the 'father of modern toxicology'?

Which poison, known as 'inheritance powder,' was often used in murders during the 19th and early 20th centuries?

Which chemical element, commonly used in manufacturing, was notorious for causing occupational poisoning among workers in early 20th century New York City?

Which famous case in early 20th century New York City involved the poisoning of multiple victims by an infamous serial killer known as 'The Butcher of Hanover'?

Who was the chief toxicologist of New York City in the early 20th century?

Which case in the early 20th century New York City helped establish forensic toxicology as a field?

Which toxic substance was commonly found in patent medicines in the early 20th century?

In the 1900s, what was the primary method used to detect poison in the human body?

What was the name of the organization formed in New York City in the early 20th century to combat food and drug adulteration?

What was the famous book written by Charles Norris and Alexander Gettler regarding forensic toxicology?

Which poison was infamously used in the murder case of Mary Frances Creighton in 1916?

Which famous American chemist played a significant role in advocating for food and drug safety laws?

What is the process of using toxicological analysis to determine the cause of death called?

Who was the first woman to serve as the chief toxicologist of New York City?

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