Forensics
Forensics
Forensics (pronunciation: /fəˈrɛnsɪks/), derived from the Latin word forensis meaning "of or before the forum", is the application of scientific methods and techniques to the investigation of crime.
Etymology
The term "forensics" is derived from the Latin word forensis which means "of or before the forum". In ancient Rome, the forum was a public place where, among other things, legal matters were discussed. Thus, the term is used to denote the idea of arguing or discussing a matter publicly.
Related Terms
- Forensic Science: The application of scientific knowledge and methodology to legal problems and criminal investigations.
- Forensic Pathology: A branch of pathology concerned with determining the cause of death by examination of a corpse.
- Forensic Psychology: The intersection between psychology and the justice system. It involves understanding fundamental legal principles, particularly with regard to expert witness testimony and the specific content area of concern.
- Forensic Anthropology: The application of the science of physical anthropology and human osteology in a legal setting, most often in criminal cases where the victim's remains are in the advanced stages of decomposition.
- Forensic Entomology: The scientific study of the invasion of the succession pattern of arthropods with their developmental stages of different species found on the decomposed cadavers during legal investigations.
- Forensic Toxicology: The use of toxicology and other disciplines such as analytical chemistry, pharmacology and clinical chemistry to aid medical or legal investigation of death, poisoning, and drug use.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Forensics
- Wikipedia's article - Forensics
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