Ballistics

by Amy Kortuem

Overview

A shooting has occurred. Investigators have not yet found evidence. Then they look in a storm drain and find shell casings. They put the casings in a paper bag and send them to the lab to be analyzed. Find out about the techniques and tools ballistics experts use to help bring even the toughest cases to a close.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781496660176
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	05/01/2019
Series:	Crime Solvers
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	36 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	8 - 14 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Shots Fired! 4

Chapter 2 Gathering Evidence 8

Chapter 3 Comparing Bullets and Cartridge Cases 16

Chapter 4 Other Firearm Evidence 22

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Critical Thinking Questions 32

Index 32

Interviews

gives readers an introduction to STEAM and STEM-related forensics careers; low text load and close photo-text match support developing and struggling readers; CSI-related TV shows have piqued people's curiosity in forensics, including that of children; The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that through 2024 there will be a 24 percent increase in open forensic-related positions

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2018
Gr 3–6—It's not often that we see books on forensics for the elementary level, so this set is sure to satisfy the appetites of young crime solvers. Through simple text and clear, relevant photos readers are introduced to evidence-gathering processes that law enforcement personnel use in the aftermath of crime. Topics include matching firearms to spent ammunition, firearms residue, bloodstain patterns, and electronic footprints of cybercrime. Techniques for detecting and matching blood and collecting fingerprints are also discussed. Lab work, DNA testing, and the use of ballistic databases and automated fingerprint identification systems are mentioned as well. The use of this type of evidence by the court system further reinforces the significance of forensic science as an important crime-solving tool. Critical thinking questions are included in the back matter to deepen understanding. VERDICT A go-to purchase for young readers looking to delve into the key aspects of forensics and crime solving.

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