Author:
Houck, Max M.
Edition Statement:2nd ed.
Imprint:Burlington, MA : Academic Press, c2010.
Descriptionxvii, 661 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 26 cm.
Note:I. Criminal justice and forensic science -- 1. Introduction -- 2. Crime scene investigation -- 3. The nature of evidence. -- II. Analytical tools -- 4. Microscopy -- 5. Light and matter -- 6. Separation methods. -- III. Biological sciences -- 7. Pathology -- 8. Anthropology and odontology -- 9. Entomology -- 10. Serology and bloodstain pattern analysis -- 11. DNA analysis -- 12. Forensic hair examinations. -- IV. Chemical sciences -- 13. Illicit drugs -- 14. Forensic toxology -- 15. Textile fibers -- 16. Paint analysis -- 17. Soil and glass -- 18. Fires and explosions. -- V. Physical sciences -- 19. Friction ridge examinations -- 20. Questioned documents -- 21. Firearms and tool marks -- 22. Impression evidence. -- VI. Law and forensic science -- 23. Legal aspects of forensic science.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references and index.
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