Forensic Anthropology Review

Front

Suture Lines on the __________ are helpful in determining the __________ of a victim.

Back

skull, age

Front

What is E?

Back

Pubic Symphysis

Front

The lambdoidal suture is closed but the coronal suture is open. How old is the individual?

Back

30-50

Front

The formation of bone is called

Back

Ossification

Front

The number of bones and their condition can tell an investigator about a person's

Back

age, health, calcium intake, all of these

Front

What is the primary role of forensic anthropology?

Back

To analyze human skeletal remains to determine identity and cause of death.

Front

What is the significance of the pelvis in forensic anthropology?

Back

It helps determine the sex of the individual.

Front

What does the term 'osteology' refer to?

Back

The study of bones.

Front

What is the difference between male and female skulls?

Back

Male skulls are generally larger and have more pronounced brow ridges.

Front

What is the purpose of forensic taphonomy?

Back

To study the processes of decay and how environmental factors affect remains.