Forensic Chemistry

by Bell, Suzanne

• ISBN13: 9780131478350
• ISBN10: 0131478354
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2006-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

As the number of forensic science and forensic chemistry degree programs has increased over the last few years,Forensic Chemistrywas the first book to specifically address this rapidly growing field. It introduces the principal areas of study from the perspective of analytical chemistry, addressing the legal context in which forensic chemistry is conducted, types of samples and matrices, variety of sample types encountered, and extensive use of instrumentation. It offers a solid foundation for basic chemistry, introducing chemical concepts and practices from a forensic perspective - including multivariate statistics, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC), and protocols used in working forensic laboratories. Introduction; Statistics, Sampling, and Data Quality; Multivariate Statistics, Calibration, and Quality Assurance; Sample Preparation and Chromatography; Instrumentation and Microscopy; Drugs and Pharmacology; Forensic Drug Analysis I - Overview and Acidic Drugs; Forensic Drug Analysis II - Basic Drugs; Chemistry of Combustion I: Arson; Combustion II: Explosives and Gunshot Residue; Chemistry of Color: Inks and Paint; Chemistry of Polymers: Fibers, Paper, Plastics and Adhesives/ A useful reference for anyone interested in forensics or for chemistry professionals.

Table of Contents

Setting the Stage Preface

Introduction

Statistics, Sampling, and Data Quality

Multivariate Statistics, Calibration, and Quality Assurance

Essential Elements of Forensic Chemistry

Sample Preparation and Chromatography

Instrumentation and Microscopy

Drugs Analysis and Toxicology

Drugs and Pharmacology

Forensic Drug Analysis I - Overview and Acidic Drugs

Forensic Drug Analysis II - Basic Drugs

Chemical Analysis Of Physical Evidence

Chemistry of Combustion I: Arson

Combustion II: Explosives and Gunshot Residue

Chemistry of Color: Inks and Paint

Chemistry of Polymers: Fibers, Paper, Plastics and Adhesives Appendices

Glossary of Terms

Lists of Abbreviations

Apothecary and Pharmaceutical Units

Characteristic Infrared Group Frequencies

Solvent Properties

Review of Key Organic Chemistry Terms, Mechanisms, and Reactions

Stereochemical Nomenclature

Controlled Substances and Listed Chemicals

Color and Crystal Test Reagents

Statistical Tables

Statistics and Spreadsheets

Writing Forensic Reports

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