Houck, Max M.

Fundamentals of forensic science / Max Houck, Jay Siegel. - Amsterdam ; Boston : Elsevier/Academic Press, c2006. - xv, 672 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction -- Crime scene investigation -- The nature of evidence -- Microscopy -- Spectroscopic techniques -- Separation methods in forensic science -- Pathology -- Anthropology and odontology -- Entomology -- Serology and bloodstain pattern analysis -- DNA analysis -- Forensic hair examinations -- Illicit drugs -- Forensic toxicology -- Textile fibers -- Paint analysis -- Soil and glass -- Fires and explosions -- Friction ridge examination -- Questioned documents -- Firearms and tool marks -- Impression evidence -- Legal aspects of forensic science.

0123567629 (hardcover : alk. paper) 9780123567628

2005028127


Forensic sciences.
Criminal investigation.

HV8073 / .H68 2006

363.25