Across
- 1. the sheath of cells and connective tissue which surrounds the root of a hair.
- 4. The scientific examination of physical evidence in criminal investigations.
- 7. Analyzing crime scenes and evidence to create a psychological profile of a suspect.
- 8. DNA located in the mitochondria, inherited from the maternal line.
- 10. The examination of hair samples to gather information for forensic investigations.
- 11. The process of analyzing an individual's DNA to create a profile for identification purposes.
- 13. An unsolved criminal case that remains open for an extended period.
- 14. Facts or information that support a conclusion or claim.
- 15. A DNA database used by law enforcement agencies for identification.
- 16. Individual threads or fibers, often referring to hair strands
- 18. Creating a psychological and behavioral profile of a criminal based on evidence.
- 19. A medical professional who investigates the cause of death in cases involving criminal or suspicious circumstances.
- 20. A specific DNA sequence repeated in tandem
- 21. The use of microscopes to observe objects or substances not visible to the naked eye
- 23. The documentation of the chronological history of evidence, ensuring its integrity
- 25. The examination of small amounts of substances to identify and analyze their components.
- 27. A post-mortem examination to determine the cause of death
Down
- 2. The process of collecting, analyzing, and preserving evidence to solve crimes.
- 3. The basic building block of DNA, consisting of a sugar, phosphate group, and nitrogenous base
- 5. The process of piecing together events leading to a crime based on evidence.
- 6. Deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecule that carries genetic instructions and is unique to each individual.
- 9. The process of recording and analyzing unique patterns of ridges and valleys on a person's fingertips for identification.
- 12. A laboratory technique used to amplify and replicate DNA.
- 16. The study of bodily fluids and their forensic significance.
- 17. The process of examining and gathering information to uncover facts or solve a problem.
- 22. The application of physical anthropology to criminal investigations.
- 23. Thread-like structures in the cell nucleus carrying genetic information
- 24. A facility equipped for the scientific analysis of evidence in criminal cases.
- 26. City where the murders took place