Forensic Science: From the Crime Scene to the Crime Lab

Forensic Science: From the Crime Scene to the Crime Lab
ISBN-10
0131391879
ISBN-13
9780131391871
Series
Forensic Science
Category
Crime scene searches
Pages
546
Language
English
Published
2011-12-27
Publisher
Prentice Hall
Author
Richard Saferstein

Description

Forensic Science: From the Crime Scene to the Crime Lab, Second Edition, is designed to present forensic science in a straightforward and student-friendly format. Ideal for students with limited background in the sciences, topics are arranged to integrate scientific methodology with actual forensic applications. Discussions are focused on explaining state-of-the-art technology without delving into extraneous theories that may bore or overwhelm non-science students. Only the most relevant scientific and technological concepts are presented, keeping students focused on the practical knowledge they'll need in the field.

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