| Evidence from the Earth: Forensic Geology and Criminal Investigations Contributor(s): Murray, Raymond C. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0878425772 ISBN-13: 9780878425778 Publisher: Mountain Press OUR PRICE: $19.00 Product Type: Paperback Published: October 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Law | Forensic Science - Science | Earth Sciences - Geology |
| Dewey: 363.256 |
| LCCN: 2011024720 |
| Physical Information: 0.51" H x 6" W x 8.99" (0.55 lbs) 214 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This popular introduction to forensic geology�the science of tracing muddy footprints, finding buried bodies, and exposing gem and mineral fraud�is now even better. With more than fifteen new case studies and several new forensic techniques, Evidence from the Earth Second Edition, details how modern-day Sherlock Holmes�s can solve crimes using soils, rocks, and other earth materials. Along the way readers will learn about the history of forensic geology; types of rocks, soils, gemstones, and related man-made materials; how geologic evidence can place a suspect at the scene of a crime; techniques used to detect mine, gem, and art fraud; specialized equipment for geoforensic investigations; and how geologic evidence is used in court. |
