Encyclopaedia Of Forensic Science (Scientific Investigation In Forensic Science)

by Rita Khare

Overview

Sometimes called simply forensics, forensic science encompasses many different fields of science, including anthropology, biology, chemistry, engineering, genetics, medicine, pathology, phonetics, psychiatry, and toxicology. Forensic medicine is one of the largest and most important areas of forensic science. Also called legal medicine or medical Jurisprudence, it applies medical knowledge to criminal and Civil Law. Many law enforcement agencies employ a forensic pathologist, sometimes called a medical examiner, who determines the causes of sudden or unexpected death. Forensic toxicologists, who study the presence of poisons or drugs in the deceased, often help forensic pathologists. Forensic odontologists, or dentists, analyze dental evidence to identify human remains and the origin of bite marks. This three-volume set covers all topics which, either as part of an established forensic discipline or as a potentially useful emerging discipline, are of interest to those involved in the forensic process. Graduate and postgraduate students will find this book an invaluable reference source in their studies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789353140649
Publisher:	Arts & Science Academic Publishing
Publication date:	06/30/2015
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	278
File size:	447 KB

About the Author

Dr. Rita Khare is Assistant Professor in Department of Chemistry at Govt. Women’s College, Gardanibagh, Patna. She is incharge of placement department at the college. She tried to inspire interest in Chemistry and Biochemistry so that her students could enjoy and contribute to the learning process.