Fingerprint blood pattern and fibers Flashcard

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What is Asbestos?

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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber that has been linked to serious health issues, including lung cancer and mesothelioma.

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What is the proper way to collect clothing evidence at a crime scene?

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Each garment should be laid on a clean sheet of paper, rolled up in the paper, placed into its own paper bag, and the location where it was found should be recorded.

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From which part of the plant does Hemp come?

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Hemp comes from the leaf of the plant.

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What is the Luminol test used for?

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The Luminol test is used to detect the presence of blood at a crime scene, producing light when blood is present.

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Who was the first researcher to analyze spatter patterns?

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Balthazard was the first to research and analyze spatter patterns.

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What is the significance of Fiberglass in relation to health?

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Fiberglass is a material that can cause irritation and health issues, but it is not as dangerous as Asbestos.

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What is the purpose of the Kastle-Meyer test?

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The Kastle-Meyer test is a presumptive test for the presence of blood.

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What are the characteristics of synthetic fibers?

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Synthetic fibers are man-made fibers created from chemical processes, often used in textiles.

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What is the role of blood spatter analysis in forensic science?

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Blood spatter analysis helps to reconstruct the events of a crime by examining the patterns and distribution of blood.

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What is the difference between class and individual evidence?

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Class evidence can be associated with a group, while individual evidence can be linked to a single source.