Forensic Science Quiz: History, Careers, and Techniques

Forensic Entomology

• Focuses on the study of insects in relation to legal investigations
• Insects can be used to determine time of death, location of the body, and cause of death

Forensic Toxicology

• Deals with the identification and analysis of drugs and poisons in the body
• Used to detect the presence of drugs, alcohol, and other toxins in biological samples

Forensic Anthropology

• Involves the examination and identification of human skeletal remains for legal purposes
• Used to determine age, sex, race, and stature of deceased individuals

Forensic Psychology

• Focuses on the application of psychological principles and research to the legal and criminal justice system
• Can be used to assess the mental state of suspects and witnesses, develop psychological profiles of criminals, and provide expert testimony on issues such as competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility

Test your knowledge of forensic science with this quiz covering history, careers, investigation techniques, toxicology, anthropology, entomology, DNA analysis, and psychology. Explore the fascinating world of forensic science!