Forensic Science Quiz: History, Careers, and Techniques

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Which field of forensic science focuses on the study of insects in relation to legal investigations?

  • Forensic Entomology (correct)
  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Forensic Toxicology
  • Identification of Blood, Bloodstains, Biological Fluids and Stains

Which area of forensic science deals with the identification and analysis of drugs and poisons in the body?

  • Identification of Blood, Bloodstains, Biological Fluids and Stains
  • Forensic Toxicology (correct)
  • Techniques of DNA Analysis
  • Forensic Anthropology

What area of forensic science involves the examination and identification of human skeletal remains for legal purposes?

  • Forensic Entomology
  • Forensic Psychology and Psychiatry
  • Forensic Toxicology
  • Forensic Anthropology (correct)

Which field of forensic science focuses on the application of psychological principles and research to the legal and criminal justice system?

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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

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