Solving Crimes with Physics

by William Hunter

Overview

Most people cringe when they hear the word physics. Physics is a very technical science that most people rely on every day, but do not really care to understand. Things work, and that is enough for most of us. Solving Crimes with Physics delves into the use of this challenging science to give readers a basic understanding of how the principles of physics can be used to solve crimes. From ballistics to bomb blasts, the knowledge of the theories of physics are powerful tools in the hands of a skilled forensic scientist.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781422289594
Publisher:	Mason Crest
Publication date:	09/02/2014
Series:	Solving Crimes With Science Series: Forensics
Sold by:	SIMON & SCHUSTER
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
Lexile:	1200L (what's this?)
File size:	8 MB
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

1 Introducing Forensic Science 9

2 Introducing Physics 27

3 All About Blood 39

4 Blood Spatter 53

5 Using Physics: Rifling and Ballistics 75

6 Using Physics: Bombs and Explosions 85

7 Focus on Career: Becoming a Forensic Physics Expert 95

Glossary 106

Further Reading 107

For More Information 108

Index 109

Picture Credits 111

Biographies 112