Firearm Forensic Analysis

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What is the collection site of a ballistic crime scene?

  • Only the location where the projectiles were fired
  • Only the location where the projectiles were found
  • The location where the empty cartridge casings were found
  • The location where the projectiles were found and the location where the projectiles were fired (correct)

What information can be obtained from the type of projectiles recovered?

  • The serial number of the firearm
  • Only the distance the projectile traveled
  • The type of firearm used and the distance the projectile may have traveled (correct)
  • Only the type of firearm used

What is a possible way to estimate the trajectory of a bullet?

  • By analyzing the bullet hole in the window and the location of the recovered bullet (correct)
  • By analyzing the pattern of lands and grooves on the projectile
  • By analyzing the type of firearm used
  • By analyzing the serial number of the firearm

What can be used to identify the owner of the firearm?

<p>The serial number of the firearm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be determined by analyzing the trajectory of the bullet?

<p>The location of the person who fired the firearm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can CSIs search for after determining the trajectory of the bullet?

<p>Empty cartridge casings or empty shotgun shells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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