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Viva Books Private Limited Viva-Facts on File Encyclopedia of Forensic Science by Suzanne Bell
a‘As a recognized scientific field, forensic science is a relative newcomer that represents an expansion of existing disciplines, including chemistry, biology, geology, medicine, and anthropology. The scope and depth of forensic science grow daily, as new technologies are discovered and as society becomes more dependent on the judicial system to solve disputes. There is a significant concern that media coverage and fictional portrayals of forensic science may lead people to exaggerate or misunderstand the role, capabilities and limitations of forensic science. Encyclopedia of Forensic Science is a major contribution toward linking public perception of forensic science to its reality. Featuring more than 600 cross-referenced entries ( most with their