Science 101: Forensics (Science 101 (Collins)) - Softcover

Edward Ricciuti

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0060891300 ISBN 13: 9780060891305

Publisher: HarperCollins, 2007

Synopsis

Pub Date: 2007-06-26 Pages: 224 Language: English Publisher: HarperCollins US The Ultimate Illustrated Guide for Nonscientists Science 101: Forensics takes you on a behind-the-scenes journey into the world of the investigators and scientists who work to solve crimes through the use of forensic science. It examines tried-and-true forensics methods. as well as cutting-edge forensic disciplines little known to the general public. Information on fingerprint and DNA identification. trace evidence. arson detection. crime-scene procedures . and more History of forensics from ancient times to the present day. with an explanation of the many scientific fields that contribute to forensics More than 250 full-color photographs and illustrations Ready Reference section with at-a-glance facts on forensics

About this title

Product Description:

The Ultimate Illustrated Guide for Nonscientists

Science 101: Forensics takes you on a behind-the-scenes journey into the world of the investigators and scientists who work to solve crimes through the use of forensic science. It examines tried-and-true forensics methods, as well as cutting-edge forensic disciplines little known to the general public.

Information on fingerprint and DNA identification, trace evidence, arson detection, crime-scene procedures, and more

History of forensics from ancient times to the present day, with an explanation of the many scientific fields that contribute to forensics

More than 250 full-color photographs and illustrations

Ready Reference section with at-a-glance facts on forensics

Synopsis:

The ultimate introductory science books for non-scientists - highly visual and informative titles on a range of major subjects in the sciences. This new series will explain major areas of science in an interesting, visually compelling, and accessible manner. The "101" in the title refers to the 101 key facts and topics presented in each book. These books will fill the need for popular reference on all aspects of science and technology.

About this edition

• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0060891300
• ISBN 13: 9780060891305
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 218