Forensic Entomology Quiz

<p>Predators of necrophagous species (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recognition of the species present (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Digital device data (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mummification (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Determining cause of death (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stadium (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide evidence of time of death (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flies (Diptera) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Temperature data (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A growth stage within a life stage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They invalidate estimates of postmortem intervals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Holometabolous (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Species-specific characteristics and environmental conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Noting visible changes by the pathologist (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The brain (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The stomach contents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By studying bruising of the brain or damage to other organs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>DNA from under fingernails and vaginal swabs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To determine the chemical cause of deaths (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The anterior or posterior portion of the spinal column (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bruising following a head injury (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To assess organizations against internationally agreed standards. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assessment of personnel's emotional stability. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It documents the history of evidence handling and prevents tampering. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant to assigned tasks. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By assessing compliance with ISO standards. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prosecuting criminal offenses on behalf of the state (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Guilty verdict (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The trial concludes without a verdict (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>8 out of 15 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It progressively develops in surface area and colour intensity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reviewing cases submitted by the police (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In children and the elderly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It becomes fixed and remains unchanged. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can indicate whether the body has been moved. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It exhibits considerable inter-subject variability. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Stiffening of the muscles after death, which occurs due to chemical changes.

The pooling of blood in the lowest parts of the body after death, causing a discoloration of the skin.

Rigor mortis may be less pronounced in certain individuals, such as children, emaciated people and the elderly.

Lividity can provide clues about whether a body was moved after death, as the discoloration may indicate pressure points.

The time taken for lividity to develop and become fixed can vary considerably between individuals, making it less reliable for precise time of death estimation.

The process of examining a deceased body to determine the cause and manner of death.

A medical professional trained in performing autopsies and determining the cause of death.

The removal of organs during an autopsy for further examination.

The examination of tissues under a microscope to identify abnormalities and determine the cause of death.

The analysis of stomach contents to determine the time, circumstances, or cause of death.

The collection and analysis of bodily fluids and tissues to identify the presence of drugs, alcohol, or other substances.

Samples like DNA, semen, or GSR that can be used to identify the deceased or link them to a crime.

A visible injury that reflects damage to internal organs.

The process of a body breaking down after death. It involves changes in the body's tissues and organs, leading to a recognizable decomposition sequence. This sequence can be influenced by many factors.

A type of decomposition where the body dries out and preserves, often due to warm, dry conditions or a draft of cool, dry air. It results in leathery, brown tissue.

The study of insects and their relationship to a deceased individual. It can help determine time of death by analyzing insect activity on the body.

Insects that feed on the corpse itself. These insects are often the first to arrive at the scene and play crucial roles in the decomposition process.

A specialized role where insects prey on other insects that are feeding on the corpse. These insects don't feed directly on the remains but rather on the necrophagous insects present.

Insects that feed on both the corpse and other arthropods present. This category includes insects that benefit from the diverse environment a corpse provides, consuming different resources.

Using physical evidence, such as a broken watch or CCTV footage, to estimate the time of death. These methods are often more precise than examining insect activity.

A growing source of evidence for forensic investigations. Data from electronic devices can provide valuable information about a person's location, activities, and communications.

The study of insects in relation to legal matters, particularly their use in criminal investigations to estimate the time of death.

The predictable, repeating stages of insect development, from egg to adult, which can help determine the time elapsed since death.

The specific time period an insect spends in each stage of its development (e.g., egg, larva, pupa).

Distinct growth stages within an insect's life stage, marked by molting (shedding the exoskeleton)

The tough outer layer of an insect, which is shed during growth and can persist long after the insect dies, providing valuable forensic evidence.

Flies that undergo complete metamorphosis, going through four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.

Flies that feed on dead tissue, playing a crucial role in decomposition and providing valuable clues in forensic investigations.

The colonization of a dead body by insects, starting within minutes of death, with different species arriving at different times.

Specifies guidelines for organizations that provide forensic services, ensuring they meet international standards for competence and integrity.

A database maintained by UKAS to track the status of forensic providers based on their compliance with ISO standards.

A set of international standards that outline requirements for laboratories, including personnel qualifications, secure storage, validated procedures, equipment calibration, and record-keeping.

Ensuring that evidence is properly handled and documented throughout the process, from collection to analysis to presentation in court.

Ensuring all procedures, techniques, and equipment used in a forensic lab are validated and proven effective.

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) is the primary agency in England and Wales responsible for deciding whether to prosecute criminal offenses.

The CPS advises police on the likelihood of a successful prosecution, reviews police-submitted cases, and decides whether to take a case to court.

The CPS oversees the progression of cases and prepares them for trial by gathering evidence and presenting it in court.

In a Crown Court trial, a jury must agree on a verdict of guilty or not guilty. In England and Wales, 10 out of 12 jurors need to agree for a guilty verdict.

If jurors cannot reach a verdict (hung jury), the trial ends without a verdict. The prosecution may choose to retry the case with a new jury.