Bibliograph

Forensics, uncover the science and technology of crime scene investigation, Carla Mooney ; illustrated by Samuel Carbaugh

Type

Label

Forensics, uncover the science and technology of crime scene investigation, Carla Mooney ; illustrated by Samuel Carbaugh

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 116) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Forensics

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

856625464

Responsibility statement

Carla Mooney ; illustrated by Samuel Carbaugh

Series statement

Inquire and investigate

Sub title

uncover the science and technology of crime scene investigation

Summary

"Introduces students to the fascinating world of forensic science and shows them how to find clues, analyze evidence, and crack the case. Combining hands-on activities with forensic science, kids will have fun learning about the world of forensics, evidence collection, and crime lab analysis.... Projects include documenting a crime scene, identifying fingerprints, analyzing blood spatter, and extracting DNA. Additional materials include a glossary and a list of current reference works, websites, museums, and science centers."--Page [4] of cover

Table Of Contents

Timeline -- Introduction: crack the case -- The world of forensics -- Fingerprints -- Blood evidence -- Bones and bodies -- Making an impression: marks and prints -- The tiniest clues: trace evidence -- Fakes and forgeries

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