Forensic Science

Forensic Science

Definition:

Forensic Science is a form of science that people use in crime scenes when trying to find criminals. 

5 Forensic Science topics;

1. White powder 
2.  Ballistics
3.  D.N.A
4. Fingerprint
5. Forgery

    

Fingerprints

Fingerprint characteristics

Aim: To look at the different types of fingerprints.

Materials: 

1.   Finger
2.   Ink
3.   Balloon

Steps

1.   Get your items and your friend.
2.   Carefully roll your thumb in the ink.
3.   Place your thumb on your balloon without moving it, carefully lift your thumb off the balloon being careful not to smudge your fingerprint.
4.   Blow your balloon up and look at your print.
5.   Repeat the steps with your index finger.

Insert pictures here of your fingerprints

Ink prints

Thumbprint	Index fingerprint
Loop	Loop

Record the types of fingerprints from those in your group.

Name	Fingerprint 1 (Thumb)	Fingerprint 2 (index finger)
Heaven	Loop	Loop
Emily	Arch	Arch