Includes bibliographical references and index.

Banana autopsy -- Characterization of types of carbohydrates -- Techniques in making shoe impressions -- Dating with radioactive isotopes -- Mitochondrial DNA -- Gel electrophoresis in DNA fingerprinting -- Probative value of class evidence -- Blood splatter inquiry -- Specific gravity of body fluids -- Soil identification -- Density of glass -- Emission spectra can identify elements -- Comparing latent fingerprint techniques -- Best solvents for chromatography -- Using deductive reasoning to solve crimes -- Comparison of two presumptive tests for blood -- Lead poisoning from dishware -- Glitter as trace evidence -- Rate of cooling -- Cross section of textile fibers.

Presents new, tested experiments related to the intriguing field of forensic science. Forensic science is an applied science that uses scientific principles to meet specific goals. Students will be required to collect evidence, perform research, develop hypotheses, think analytically, conduct interviews, analyze data, employ deductive reasoning, draw conclusions, and finally share their results with others. The experiments are designed to promote interest in science in and out of the classroom, and to improve critical-thinking skills.