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Forensic Chemistry Handbook

Lawrence Kobilinsky · ISBN 9780471739548
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Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Author(s) Lawrence Kobilinsky
Edition 1
Published 9th November 2011
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A concise, robust introduction to the various topics covered by
the discipline of forensic chemistry

The Forensic Chemistry Handbook focuses on topics in each
of the major chemistry-related areas of forensic science. With
chapter authors that span the forensic chemistry field, this book
exposes readers to the state of the art on subjects such as
serology (including blood, semen, and saliva), DNA/molecular
biology, explosives and ballistics, toxicology, pharmacology,
instrumental analysis, arson investigation, and various other types
of chemical residue analysis. In addition, the Forensic
Chemistry Handbook
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  • Covers forensic chemistry in a clear, concise, and authoritative
    way




  • Brings together in one volume the key topics in forensics where
    chemistry plays an important role, such as blood analysis, drug
    analysis, urine analysis, and DNA analysis




  • Explains how to use analytical instruments to analyze crime
    scene evidence




  • Contains numerous charts, illustrations, graphs, and tables to
    give quick access to pertinent information




Media focus on high-profile trials like those of Scott Peterson
or Kobe Bryant have peaked a growing interest in the fascinating
subject of forensic chemistry. For those readers who want to
understand the mechanisms of reactions used in laboratories to
piece together crime scenes?and to fully grasp the chemistry
behind it?this book is a must-have.

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