The popularity of forensic science

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The popularity of forensic science

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The popularity of forensic science has been increasing in the recent times. It goes without saying that forensic science is closely linked with criminal activities. In fact, forensic science is defined as the singular interface that connects science and law. It involves the collection, identification, investigation, as well as the analysis of physical evidence. It is worth noting that forensic scientists apply scientific principles and their expertise to offer specialist evidence in civil and criminal matters. In most cases, their work revolves around the presentation of the results of their investigation in courts of law as expert witnesses. In this case, they have the privilege of presenting evidence of fact, as well as expert opinion evidence to a court of law. While quite a lot of literature has been written regarding forensic science, none does it better than “The Forensic Casebook” by N. E. Genge.

“The Forensic Casebook” refers to a handy guidebook that deals with the fundamental s of crime scene investigations.  The book would come as an extremely appealing addition for individuals who aspire to pursue a career in writing mystery novels and law enforcement. The book is filled with intriguing, true stores, as well as colorless or black and white photographs and illustrations. It draws on numerous interviews that the writer had with police personnel, as well as forensic scientists such as botanists, animal examiners, firearms specialists, autoposists and zoologists, all in an effort to expose the detailed and infinite undertakings pertaining to criminal investigation. It touches on all aspects of forensic science and covers fascinating topics such as lifting DNA prints, how to secure a crime scene, identifying splatter patterns of blood, collecting ear, feet and lip prints and finger prints, forensic photography and computer crime. It also covers the interpretation of various body decay stages, examination of fiber and hair evidence, and tracing evidence from explosives and firearms, as well as career paths involved in criminal science.

One of the most in the disciplines of forensic science that I found to be fascinating is forensic odontology. Forensic odontology refers to the identification discipline that is based on the recognition of the distinctive features pertaining to the dental structures of every person (Genge, 158). This discipline is used in cases where it is impossible to identify an individual through the use of friction ridge skin. The discipline is highly dependent on the comprehensive knowledge of the dental formula including the jaws and teeth, which a dentist incorporates (Genge, 158). It is worth noting that the skill includes education in radiographs and their distinctive interpretat.............