Ch. 1 Intro to Forensics Test

Front

Which branch of forensic science is able to match projectiles to firearms?

Back

Ballistics

Front

The application of science to matters of the law is called:

Back

Criminalistics

Front

Which branch of forensic science evaluates offenders to determine if they are competent to stand trial?

Back

Psychiatry

Front

Which branch of forensic science identifies body fluids at crime scenes or on evidence?

Back

Serology

Front

Which branch of forensic science identifies the cause of drug overdoses or poisonings?

Back

Toxicology

Front

Which branch of forensic science investigates accidents dealing with transportation, structure collapses, and product liability?

Back

Engineering

Front

Which branch of forensic science involves studying the medical history of victims and determining the cause and circumstance of death?

Back

Pathology

Front

Which branch of forensic science is used to trace crimes dealing with electronic records or identity theft?

Back

Computer Science

Front

Which branch of forensic science uses dental marks for the identification of corpses?

Back

Odontology

Front

Which branch of forensic science uses insects to determine time and location of death?

Back

Entomology