Chapter 2 Forensic Science Review

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What is the Locard Principle?

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The Locard Principle states that whenever two objects come into contact, there is always a transfer of material.

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What does Locard's Principle imply about evidence?

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Locard's Principle implies that every contact leaves trace evidence.

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What factors can affect an eyewitness' testimony?

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An eyewitness' testimony can be affected by various factors including who else is around, how they felt that day, and their religious views.

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Who is responsible for investigating a crime?

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A detective is responsible for investigating a crime.

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What is the role of an eyewitness in a crime?

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An eyewitness claims to have seen something related to the crime.

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Define trace evidence in forensic science.

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Trace evidence refers to small quantities of material that are transferred from one location or object to another during a crime.

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What is the significance of eyewitness accounts in forensic investigations?

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Eyewitness accounts can provide crucial information about a crime, but they can also be unreliable due to various influencing factors.

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Explain the importance of the scientific method in forensic science.

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The scientific method is important in forensic science as it provides a systematic approach to investigating and analyzing evidence.

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What is the role of forensic scientists?

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Forensic scientists analyze physical evidence from crime scenes to help solve crimes.

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What is the difference between direct and circumstantial evidence?

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Direct evidence directly links a suspect to a crime, while circumstantial evidence requires inference to connect it to a conclusion.