#1
Which of the following is a primary principle of forensic science?
Preservation of evidence
ExplanationIt ensures evidence integrity for accurate analysis.
#2
What is the main purpose of forensic anthropology?
To study human remains
ExplanationIt focuses on analyzing skeletal remains for forensic investigations.
#3
Which method is used to analyze the chemical composition of substances in forensic science?
Spectroscopy
ExplanationIt identifies substances by analyzing their light spectrum.
#4
What is the term for the examination of firearms and ammunition components for legal purposes?
Forensic ballistics
ExplanationIt studies bullets, firearms, and related evidence to reconstruct shooting incidents.
#5
What is the purpose of the chain of custody in forensic investigations?
To maintain the integrity of evidence
ExplanationIt ensures documented control over evidence handling to prevent tampering or loss.
#6
Which of the following is a tool used in forensic entomology?
Insect collection kit
ExplanationIt helps gather insect specimens crucial for determining time of death.
#7
What is the main objective of forensic toxicology?
To analyze drug or poison presence in biological samples
ExplanationIt detects and quantifies toxic substances in body tissues or fluids.
#8
What is the term for the study of bloodstain patterns for forensic purposes?
Blood spatter analysis
ExplanationIt interprets bloodstain patterns to reconstruct events at a crime scene.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a step in crime scene processing?
Manipulation
ExplanationManipulation isn't a standard procedure to maintain scene integrity.
#10
Which type of evidence is considered the most reliable in forensic science?
Physical evidence
ExplanationIt provides direct material proof of a crime.
#11
What is the process of comparing known and unknown handwriting called?
Document examination
ExplanationIt involves analyzing handwriting characteristics to identify or rule out suspects.
#12
What is the term for the study of insects and their relation to a criminal investigation?
Entomology
ExplanationIt studies insects found on or near a body to determine postmortem interval.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a method used to determine the time of death in forensic science?
DNA analysis
ExplanationDNA analysis doesn't directly determine time of death; it identifies individuals.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good forensic scientist?
Lack of scientific knowledge
ExplanationForensic scientists must possess strong scientific backgrounds for accurate analysis.