Which of the following gunshots results in GSR being found embedded in the tissue of the victim?
A) contact shot
B) distance shot
C) neither, as GSR is never found in the tissues
D) both a & b

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GSR (gunshot residue) is a mixture of particles that are emitted from the firearm upon firing. These particles can travel a certain distance depending on the type of firearm and ammunition used. In a contact shot, the muzzle of the firearm is pressed against the victim's skin, which results in a large amount of GSR being deposited on the skin and embedded in the tissues. In a distance shot, the firearm is fired from a distance, which causes the GSR particles to disperse and not be embedded in the tissues. Therefore, GSR is only found in the tissues in a contact shot.

Which of the Following Gunshots Results in GSR Being Found