Forensic Science: Cool Science Series - Hardcover

Fridell, Ron

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0822559358 ISBN 13: 9780822559351

Publisher: Lerner Publications Co ,U.S., 2006

Synopsis

We’ve all seen the television shows featuring smart scientists solving crimes. But what’s real—and what’s not? Forensic scientists use science to solve crimes. They collect tiny bits of evidence from crime scenes, including fingerprints, blood, insects, carpet fibers, and more. So how do scientists really use this evidence to figure out crimes? Find out through these fascinating, real-life examples.

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Review

"With the current proliferation of CSI-type television programs and the heightened interest in forensic matters exhibited by all age groups, Ron Fridell has authored a hip introduction entitled Forensic Science as a contribution to the 10-part Cool Science series. In simple elementary school-level narrative, Fridell explains how forensic scientists use principles and techniques of science to solve crimes. The text is appropriately supplemented by numerous graphics and vivid color photographs. Real forensic news cases, such as the Okalahoma City bombing of the Murrah Federal Building in 1995, are highlighted. Forensic techniques such as facial reconstruction are introduced, and the specialized roles of forensic anthropologist, dentist, entomologist, and medical examiner are discussed. A short science glossary and a selected bibliography for additional reading are included." --Science Books & Films

--Journal

Synopsis

Describes the kinds of trace evidence forensic scientists can use to track down and identify criminals and how such evidence is collected and analyzed, and offers examples of cases in which forensic science was used.

Edition details

• Publisher: Lerner Publications Co ,U.S.
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0822559358
• ISBN 13: 9780822559351
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 48