Forensic science : in pursuit of justice / by L.E. Carmichael.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Carmichael, L. E, Author.

Series:

History of science (Essential Library (Firm))

History of science Forensic science

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Forensic sciences--History.

Forensic sciences.

Criminal investigation.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (112 pages) : color illustrations.

Place of Publication:

Minneapolis, Minnesota : Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing, [2015]

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This title presents the history of forensics. Vivid text details how early studies of toxic chemicals and firearm analysis led to modern scientific crime solving techniques. It also puts a spotlight on the brilliant scientists who made these advances possible. Useful sidebars, rich images, and a glossary help readers understand the science and its importance. Maps and diagrams provide context for critical discoveries in the field. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.

Contents:

Cover

Half Title

Title Page

Credits

Contents

Chapter One: DNA Fingerprinting

Chapter Two: Bodies of Evidence

Chapter Three: Chemical Clues

Chapter Four: Firearms Analysis

Chapter Five: Written in Blood

Chapter Six: No More Mistaken Identity

Chapter Seven: Never Withour a Trace

Chapter Eight: From Page to Screen

Chapter Nine: The Future of Forensics

Timeline

Essential Facts

Glossary

Additional Resources

Source Notes

Index

About the Author

Back Cover.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

ISBN:

9781629691312

1629691313

OCLC:

905224050