Forensic science : the basics

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Title:

Forensic science : the basics

Author:

Siegel, Jay A.

ISBN:

9781420089028

Personal Author:

Siegel, Jay A.

Edition:

2nd ed.

Publication Information:

Boca Raton, FL : CRC Press, c2010.

Physical Description:

xix, 505 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 29 cm.

Contents:

Introduction to forensic science -- Crime scene investigation -- The nature of evidence -- Separating complex mixtures -- Light and matter -- Microscopy -- Fingerprints and other impressions -- Questioned documents -- Firearms and toolmarks -- Forensic pathology -- Anthropology and odontology -- Forensic entomology -- Serology -- DNA typing -- Hair -- Illicit drugs -- Forensic toxicology -- Fibers, paints, and other polymers -- Glass and soil -- Fires and explosions -- Forensic science and the law.

Subject Term:

Forensic sciences.

Criminal investigation.

Added Author:

Mirakovits, Kathy.

Copies:

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Summary

As forensic science continues to play a wider role in the investigation of crimes and apprehension of criminals, those without crime scene or crime lab training must now become familiar with the techniques and language of the forensic scientist. Avoiding the complicated science and graphic violence typical of most forensic references, this book is written specifically for those without forensic science experience. While it provides a professional reference for those not steeped in the details of forensic science, the wealth of instructor material available for teachers and its pedagogical approach make this an ideal textbook for high school and introductory level courses.

Following up on the tremendously popular first edition, Forensic Science: The Basics, Second Editionnow adds the insight of a new co-author who is known nationally for training instructors how to teach forensic science at all levels of education. The book takes readers from the initial evidence collection process, through the evaluation procedures, right up to and including the courtroom presentation.

Packed with case studies, photographs, and exercises, this book provides everything the non-scientist needs to be able to understand and utilize the vital research approaches that forensic science can offer.

"Test Yourself" questions at the end of each chapter familiarize you with the language and approaches needed to understand and communicate with experienced crime scene investigators and laboratory personnel.

Offering the forensic sciences at their most accessible, Forensic Science: The Basics, Second Edition is a valuable resource for detectives, journalists, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and other non-science professionals who need to understand, interpret, and report on the newest advances in crime scene investigation.

PowerPoint®lecture slides, test bank, and other ancillary material on CD-ROM is available with qualifying course adoption