Description Assignment: Research a forensic discipline (scientific topic) from the approved list be ...

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Description Assignment: Research a forensic discipline (scientific topic) from the approved list below then produce a Power Point presentation. Failure to follow all instructions will result in a zero. Only PowerPoint format is allowed BUT it will be saved and uploaded as a .pdf- no other file format is accepted. You must use only approved disciplines/topics from the list provided. You must have a minimum of three scholarly references in addition to your textbook. Accepted Forensic Disciplines/Scientific Topics for 3762L Blood Stain Pattern Analysis Forensic Pathology  Forensic Anthropology Forensic Entomology Fingerprints Firearms- select on topic about firearms bullet and cartridge comparison gun powder residue testing primer residue testing Tool Mark Comparisons The content for your presentation is below. There is no set number of slides but a minimum of six slides are required, and the cover and reference slides do not count.  Make sure to answer all questions. When completing the slides, do not put too much information on one slide as it may be difficult to read. Use images, charts, tables, etc. to make your presentation creative. Do not add your references on the slides unless you make a direct quote. Then use footnotes. If you follow the rubric or questions below, it will ensure all questions are answered. Follow the format but do not insert the questions or statements, (ie. "Define the discipline") Background: 10 pts total Define the discipline. 5pts Details of the discipline. What is the historical background, important persons? What impact did this discipline have on the criminal justice system/society as a whole? 5pts The Science: 20 pts total Explain the science behind the forensic discipline or procedure. What makes this a science? 5pts  What was the hypothesis used in its creation (an if/then statement)? 5pts How is it valid, repeatable, and reliable? 5pts What other Natural Science are used in the discipline? 5pts Collection and Preservation of Evidence: 20 pts total Describe the proper procedure for collecting and preserving evidence that will be analyzed in this discipline. What are the proper techniques that should be followed? 5pts How is contamination of the evidence prevented? 5pts            How is evidence handled once in the lab? 5pts            How is contamination of the evidence prevented in the lab? 5pts https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/save-po...