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Taylor & Francis Ltd Introduction To Forensic Chemistry 2018 Edition by Kelly M. Elkins
Chemistry/Forensic ScienceForensic chemistry is a subdiscipline of forensic science, its principles guide the analyses performed in modern forensic laboratories. Forensic chemistry's roots lie in medico-legal investigation, toxicology and microscopy and have since led the development of modern forensic analytic techniques and practices for use in a variety of applications. Introduction to Forensic Chemistry is the perfect balance of testing methods and application. Unlike other competing books on the market, coverage is neither too simplistic, nor overly advanced making the book ideal for use in both undergraduate and graduate courses. The book introduces chemical tests, spectroscopy, advanced spectroscopy, and chromatography to students. The second half of the book addresses applications and methods to analyze and interpret controlled substances, trace evidence, questioned documents, firearms, explosives, environmental contaminants, toxins, and other topics. The book looks at innovations in the field over time including the latest development of new discernible chemical reactions, instrumental tools, methods, and more. Key features:Nearly 300 full-color figures illustrating key concepts and over 20 case studiesAddresses all the essential topics without extraneous or overly advanced coverageIncludes full pedagogy of chapter objectives, key terms, lab problems, end of chapter questions, and additional readings to emphasize key learning pointsIncludes chemical structures and useful spectra as examples Fulfils the forensic chemistry course requirement in FEPAC-accredited programsIncludes a chapter on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) materialsComprehensive and accessible, without being overly technical, Introduction to Forensic Chemistry will be a welcome addition to the field and an ideal text designed for both the student user and professor in mind. Course ancillaries including an Instructor's Manual with Test Bank and chapter PowerPoint (R) lecture slides are available with qualified course adoption. 1. An Introduction to Forensic Chemistry and Physical Evidence2. Chemical Tests 3. The Microscope 4. Light Spectroscopy5. Advanced Spectroscopy6. Chromatography7. Inorganic Poisons and Contaminants8. Controlled Substances9. Toxicology10. Trace Evidence11. Questioned Documents and Impression Evidence12. Latent Print Development 13. Firearms 14. Arson and Explosives15. CBRNE Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives16. Environmental Forensics