Ammunition Basics: Cartridges and Firearms
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What is the primary function of a cartridge in a firearm?

  • To ignite the propellant and expel the bullet (correct)
  • To absorb the recoil of the firearm
  • To enhance the accuracy of the firearm's scope
  • To provide a stabilizing force for the firearm's barrel
  • What is the determining factor for classifying a cartridge as either rimfire or centerfire?

  • The caliber of the bullet
  • The location of the firing pin's strike on the cartridge case (correct)
  • The size of the cartridge
  • The type of gunpowder used
  • What is the role of the primer powder in a cartridge?

  • To ignite the gunpowder (correct)
  • To cool the firearm's barrel
  • To stabilize the bullet's trajectory
  • To propel the bullet out of the firearm
  • What is the purpose of loading the entire cartridge into a firearm?

    <p>To contain the components necessary for firing the bullet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the cartridge and the firearm's firing pin?

    <p>The firing pin strikes the cartridge's rim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to dry bloody clothing before packaging?

    <p>To preserve the physical evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using individual evidence labels?

    <p>To ensure a proper chain of custody</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are firearms typically packaged in a cardboard box?

    <p>To maintain the evidence in its original state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of recording all evidence in a log?

    <p>To track the movement of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are paper bags preferred for packaging bloody clothing?

    <p>They allow for airflow and prevent moisture accumulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cartridges

    • A cartridge is a metallic casing that contains a bullet, primer powder, and gunpowder.
    • The entire cartridge, including the unspent bullet, is loaded into firearms.

    Classification of Cartridges

    • Cartridges are classified as either rimfire or centerfire.
    • The classification depends on where the firearm's firing pin strikes the outside of the cartridge case.
    • Rimfire cartridges are struck along the rim, while centerfire cartridges are struck in the center.

    Handling and Preserving Evidence

    • All evidence is recorded in the evidence log.
    • Evidence is labeled with individual evidence labels to ensure a proper chain of custody.
    • Bloody clothing should be dried first before packaging.
    • Bloody clothing is packaged in a paper bag.
    • Firearms are packaged in a cardboard box or bagged.

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    Learn about the components of a cartridge, including the bullet, primer powder, and gunpowder. Understand the difference between rimfire and centerfire cartridges and how they are loaded into firearms.

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