Forensic science /

Jackson, Andrew R. W.

Forensic science / Andrew R.W. Jackson and Julie M. Jackson. - 3rd edition. - Harlow : Prentice Hall, 2011. - xxviii, 496 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm.

Previous ed.: 2008.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This text aims to provide a broad, scientifically rigorous introduction to forensic science. It covers processes from the crime scene to presentation of forensic science in court and focuses on the chemical, biological and physical methods used in forensic examination. There are chapters on recoverable materials, fingerprints, body fluids, DNA, toxicology, documents, firearms, fires, explosives, human remains, statistics, forensics in court.

Specialized.

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Forensic sciences--Textbooks.
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