forensic

(adjective)

Relating to the use of science and technology in the investigation and establishment of facts or evidence in a court of law.

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Examples of forensic in the following topics:

  • Branches and Subdisciplines of Biology

    • Forensic science is the application of science to answer questions related to the law.
    • Biologists as well as chemists and biochemists can be forensic scientists.
    • Forensic scientists provide scientific evidence for use in courts, and their job involves examining trace materials associated with crimes.Their job activities are primarily related to crimes against people such as murder, rape, and assault.
    • This forensic scientist works in a DNA extraction room at the U.S.

  • Modern Applications of DNA

    • DNA has many applications in a variety of fields including forensics and medicine.
    • Explain why DNA is a practical tool in various fields, such as forensics and medicine

  • The Structure and Sequence of DNA

    • Knowledge of DNA sequences has become indispensable for basic biological research, and in numerous applied fields such as diagnostics, biotechnology, forensic biology, and biological systematics.