Forensic Science

Forensics

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1. What is the definition of forensic science?

It is the science for law and civil laws as such. It normally and mainly favours the criminal side during the investigation. Forensic Science analyses the evidence that was gotten in the investigation, like for example blood, fluids, extract, etc.

https://en.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/forensic

2. Name 5 different kinds of activities used in forensic sciences and find a picture for each.

Fingerprints

D.N.A

Footprints

Ballistics

White Powder Test

https://www.aafs.org/students/choosing-a-career/types-of-forensic-scientists-disciplines-of-aafs/

3. Name 5 jobs that would use forensics to investigate crime 

Forensic Medical Examiner

Forensic Engineer

Forensic Accountant

Crime Scene Investigator

Crime Laboratory Analyst

Fingerprints

Aim: To look at the different types of fingerprints.

Material: 

1.   Finger Stamp Pad
2.   Baloon
3.   Fingers

Steps

1.   Grab your Finger Stamp Pad.
2.   Open it to reveal the pad.
3.   Take your thumb of any other fingers and push it against the pad.
4.    With your pigmented finger,  grab your balloon (not inflated) and stamp your finger on one side.
5.   Grab the opening of your balloon and begin blowing it.
6.   Once inflated you will now see your fingerprint on "close up".
7.   Observe and compare.

Record the types of fingerprints from those in your group.

Name	Fingerprint 1 ( Thumb)	Fingerprint 2 (finger)
Axle	Loop	Arch
Vann	Whorl	Arch
Lars	Loop	Whorl

Summary of findings:

We learned that fingerprints are different on people; as well as different on other fingers from one person. The arrangement of the fingerprints differ in many ways yet all will contain a shape. Which could be a whorl, loop or an arch.