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Chapter 2 The Crime Scene Definitions: Forensic Science Flashcards

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3206431344Buccal SwabA swab of the inner portion of the cheek; Cheek cells are usually collected to determine the DNA profile of an individual.0
3206431345Chain of custodyA list of all people who came into possession of an item of evidence.1
3206431346finished sketchThe finished sketch is constructed with care and concern for aesthetic appearance.2
3206431347physical evidenceAny object that can establish that a crime has been committed or can link a crime and its victim or its perpetrator.3
3206431348rough sketchA draft representation of all essential information and measurements of a crime scene. This sketch is drawn at the crime scene.4
3206431349standard/reference samplePhysical evidence whose origin is known, such as blood or hair from a suspect, that can be compared to crime- scene evidence.5
3206431350substrate controlsurface material close to an area where physical evidence has been deposited.6
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