Name: Ivylen G.

Cabudbud Course/Year: BSCRIM – 3 Score: ______

Subject: Forensic 3 Date Submitted: December 03, 2020

1. Give at least 3 most effective tools used in forensic science. EXPLAIN EACH TOOL.

 Mass Spectrometers

 Mass spectrometers are used to analyze trace evidence by determining the

composition of such substances. This information can, for instance, lead

investigators to a specific location, say a carpet maker who uses a particular mix

of dyes or a nearby plantation that grows a specific kind of flower, helping police

investigators identify and build a case against suspects.

 High-Powered Microscope

 With the help of high-powered microscopes, these tiny pieces of evidence can be

viewed more clearly and can thus be more easily identified. These microscopes

are often outfitted with motorized linear stages for precise motion control,

especially for particularly minuscule samples or those that don’t have even

surfaces.

 Chromatographs

 Simply put, chromatography is the science of separating mixtures down to their

individual components in order to identify them correctly and associate a person

with a specific piece of evidence. For example, chromatography may be used to

determine if a dead person did indeed suffer from a natural heart attack or was

injected with a drug that triggered the cardiac arrest. Depending on the evidence

collected, forensic scientists may use different procedures—like thin-layer, gas, or

paper chromatography—for the separation of compounds.

2. In the case of Rape with Homicide, what are the evidences that need a careful scientific

investigation to look for the perpetrators? Explain each evidence.

 The following are the evidences that need a scientific investigation in the case of

Rape with Homicide:

 Blood - Dried particles should be scraped into a dry container. Some dried areas

may be sampled with a wet swab. A specimen should be dried before sealing it in

a container. Articles of clothing or other objects containing blood may be

submitted to a laboratory for sample removal by a technician.

 Semen - An article of clothing containing semen should be collected or the

specimen on the clothing can be lifted with water or saline.

 Fingerprints - Soft objects that leave an impression may be collected in their

entirety. Prints on hard objects like glass or furniture should be lifted at the scene.

 Firearms and other weapons - These should be submitted to a lab without special

treatment at a scene. A technician must ensure proper handling so that fingerprints

are not smudged or ruined.

 Bullets and cartridges - These should not be grasped with metal forceps because

points of comparison may be damaged.

 Hairs and fibers - These should be placed in separate containers and should not

be crushed with hard objects such as metal tweezers.

 Footprints and tire marks - At the scene, casts should be made and close-up

photographs should be taken.

 Tool marks - There should be close-up photographs of the marks made by tools

and, if possible, the damaged material should be removed for analysis by a lab

technician.

3. What are the factors or agents in reporting a forensic scientific report?

 Cognitive and human factors underpin many aspects of forensic work, from the initial

collection and evaluation of data at the crime scene, throughout work in the

laboratory where evidence is interpreted, to presentation in court.

4. What are the attitude of a forensics scientist to his efficiency and effective to establish

the findings in the court?

 Forensic scientists must follow the guiding principles for the profession to be

successful and meet the ethical obligations of the field. First, forensic scientists

should be technically competent and employ reliable methods of analysis. Second,

they must be honest with respect to their qualifications and not conduct examinations

outside of their area(s) of expertise. Next, they should be intellectually honest with

respect to the scientific data upon which conclusions and opinions are based. Finally,

forensic scientists should be objective in their review of evidence and delivery of

expert testimony. These Guiding Principles can lead to an afficiency and

effectiveness to establish the findings in court.

 The Key Skills:

 You can Think Critically

 You Have Good Oral and communication skills

 You work well in teams

 You enjoy working in a fast paced environment

 You have strong attention to detail

5. If your tasked to investigate the vehicular accident, what evidences are you looking

for? WHY?

 Car accidents are extremely stressful situations, which can cause a great deal of

pain and leave you with substantial damages. Collecting evidence after a crash is

an important step if you plan to make a claim with the insurance company and

seek financial compensation to cover your damages.

These are the Evidences to search/look in a Vehicular Accident:

 Statements from witnesses

- If there were any bystanders or other witnesses at the scene, be sure to get their names,

contact information, and a brief statement of what they saw. If needed, your lawyer can
follow up with these people and have them make affidavits or, if necessary, call them as

witnesses.

 Information from all parties involved in the accident

- You should exchange the following information with everyone involved in the accident:

names, home addresses, contact phone numbers, license numbers, license plate numbers,

insurance policy numbers, vehicle descriptions, and vehicle registration numbers. This

basic information will be necessary if you file a claim.

 Photos

- It is critical that the scene of the accident is thoroughly documented. One of the best

ways to do this is by taking pictures. Make sure to take pictures of all damage caused by

the accident, including the state and location of the vehicle and any physical injuries.

 Medical evidence

- After an accident, it is vital that you get professional medical attention, even if you

think your injuries will heal on their own, since some injuries—like brain injuries,

concussions, and internal bleeding—only reveal themselves after the fact.

 Police reports

- You should get the police involved after a car accident, especially if there was

significant property damage, severe injury, or any fatalities. Police reports carry a lot of

information in the early resolution of claims and serve as objective third-party accounts

of what happened.