Question 1

The term forensic means "of the forum".

Accepted Answer

Forensic comes from the Latin word "forensis" which means "of the forum". The term forensic is used to refer to the application of scientific methods and techniques to solve crimes and legal problems.

Question 2

The term protocol refers to a "procedure" that is followed.

Accepted Answer

The term protocol refers to a set of rules that is followed in a particular situation. It outlines what is expected of individuals or parties involved in the situation and helps to ensure that everyone understands and follows the same procedures.

Question 3

Criminalistics is the analysis of physical crime scene evidence.

Accepted Answer

Criminalistics is the scientific examination and analysis of physical evidence in criminal investigations. It involves various disciplines, such as forensic biology, chemistry, and physics, to help identify, compare, and interpret evidence to reconstruct the events of a crime.

Question 4

There is no difference between a forensic scientist and a CSI.

Accepted Answer

While both forensic scientists and CSI (crime scene investigators) work in the field of forensic science, there is a difference between the two. Forensic scientists usually work in a laboratory setting, analyzing and interpreting physical evidence collected by CSI. CSI, on the other hand, are responsible for collecting, preserving, and documenting physical evidence from crime scenes.

Question 5

Forensic pathologists analyze skeletal remains to determine if they're human.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Forensic entomologists use insects to estimate time of death.

Accepted Answer

Forensic entomologists study the presence and behavior of insects on a dead body to estimate the time of death. This is due to the predictable life cycles and behaviors of various insect species.

Question 7

Forensic Anthropologists primarily work with
A) skeletal remains
B) blood specimens
C) only animal bones
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Forensic Anthropologists primarily work with skeletal remains, as their expertise is in the analysis of bones to determine the identity of a deceased individual, their age, sex, ancestry, and any signs of trauma or disease. They may also work with soft tissue remains, such as decomposed or burned bodies, but their focus is on the skeletal system. Forensic Anthropologists do not typically work with blood specimens, and while they may examine animal bones for comparative purposes, their primary work is focused on human remains.

Question 8

The study of dentistry as applied to forensics is called
A) forensic anthropology
B) forensic pathology
C) forensic entomology
D) forensic odontology
E) forensic criminalistics

Accepted Answer

The study of dentistry as applied to forensics is called forensic odontology. Forensic anthropology involves the analysis of skeletal remains, forensic pathology deals with the investigation of deaths and injuries, forensic entomology involves the study of insects as related to legal matters, and forensic criminalistics involves the scientific analysis of physical evidence in criminal cases.

Question 9

Forensic Entomologists primarily study
A) the study of insect life cycles on corpses
B) the effect of insect habitation on corpses
C) the effects of human consumption of insects
D) a and b, but not c
E) a and c, but not b

Accepted Answer

Forensic entomologists primarily study the life cycles of insects found on corpses and how their habitation can provide evidence for time of death and other crucial information in forensic investigations. They do not typically study the effects of human consumption of insects.

Question 10

The first country to discover the value of forensic science was
A) Greece
B) China
C) French
D) Sweden
E) United States

Accepted Answer

China is recognized as the first country to use forensic science. Forensic techniques such as fingerprint analysis, autopsy, and evidence examination were employed in China during the 7th century in order to solve criminal cases.

Question 11

Which of the following describe the primary responsibilities of a forensic scientist?
A) Testify in court
B) Analyze evidence
C) Collect evidence at a crime scene
D) b and c, but NOT a
E) a and b, but NOT c

Accepted Answer

Forensic scientists primarily analyze evidence and may testify in court about their findings. Collecting evidence at a crime scene is typically the responsibility of crime scene investigators, not forensic scientists.

Question 12

The main FBI laboratory is located in which city?
A) Washington DC
B) New York City
C) Quantico
D) Los Angeles
E) Chicago

Accepted Answer

The main FBI laboratory is located in Quantico, Virginia. This facility is a key part of the FBI's operational support and provides forensic analysis and other technical services.

Question 13

Which agency studied the needs of forensic science and procedures in forensic analysis, publishing a report in 2009?
A) National Academy of Sciences (NAS)
B) American Academy of Forensic Science (AAFS)
C) U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
D) American Academy for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
E) National Commission on Forensic Science (NCFS)

Accepted Answer

The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) published a report in 2009 after studying the needs of forensic science and procedures in forensic analysis. The other options either do not specifically relate to the study of forensic science and procedures or were not involved in publishing the 2009 report.

Question 14

The goal of the Organization of Scientific Working Committees (OSAC) is to
A) Increase the number of forensic laboratories in the U.S.
B) Promote the hiring of more certified forensic scientists
C) Work with the Justice Department to create educational programs in forensic science
D) Develop forensic science standards for adoption by the forensic science community
E) Send reports to congress on forensic science developments

Accepted Answer

The goal of the Organization of Scientific Working Committees (OSAC) is to develop forensic science standards for adoption by the forensic science community. OSAC aims to improve the validity and reliability of forensic science by establishing standards and practices, and this is the main goal of the organization.

Question 15

OSAC created 5 Scientific Area Committees (SAC) to work on forensic science protocols for their disciplines. Which of these is NOT one of those committees?
A) Crime Scene/Death Investigation
B) Firearms & Toolmarks
C) Chemistry/Instrumental Analysis
D) Biology/DNA
E) Digital/Multimedia

Accepted Answer

Firearms & Toolmarks is not one of the five Scientific Area Committees (SAC) created by OSAC. The correct SACs include Crime Scene/Death Investigation, Chemistry/Instrumental Analysis, Biology/DNA, Digital/Multimedia, and Medicine.

Question 16

The Drug Enforcement Administration trains its agents in _______________________ .

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Building collapses, highway bridge failures and automobile crashes can be investigated by forensic _____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Building collapses, highway bridge failures and automobile...

Question 18

Data recovery and analysis of computer files for criminal cases is part of _____________ forensics.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Data recovery and analysis of computer files...

Question 19

The USPS uses forensic scientists to investigate _______________________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The USPS uses forensic scientists to investigate...

Question 20

The ______________________________________in Oregon is the world's first and only laboratory that specializes in crimes against wildlife.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ______________________________________in Oregon is the world's first...

Quiz 1: Introduction to Forensic Science

The term forensic means "of the forum".

The term protocol refers to a "procedure" that is followed.

Criminalistics is the analysis of physical crime scene evidence.

There is no difference between a forensic scientist and a CSI.

Forensic pathologists analyze skeletal remains to determine if they're human.

Forensic entomologists use insects to estimate time of death.

Forensic Anthropologists primarily work with

The study of dentistry as applied to forensics is called

Forensic Entomologists primarily study

The first country to discover the value of forensic science was

Which of the following describe the primary responsibilities of a forensic scientist?

The main FBI laboratory is located in which city?

Which agency studied the needs of forensic science and procedures in forensic analysis, publishing a report in 2009?

The goal of the Organization of Scientific Working Committees (OSAC) is to

OSAC created 5 Scientific Area Committees (SAC) to work on forensic science protocols for their disciplines. Which of these is NOT one of those committees?

The Drug Enforcement Administration trains its agents in _______________________ .

Building collapses, highway bridge failures and automobile crashes can be investigated by forensic _____________________.

Data recovery and analysis of computer files for criminal cases is part of _____________ forensics.

The USPS uses forensic scientists to investigate _______________________________.

The ______________________________________in Oregon is the world's first and only laboratory that specializes in crimes against wildlife.