Forensic Chemistry

Name: Forensic Chemistry
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ISBN: 9780131478350

ISBN-10: 0131478354

ISBN-13: 9780131478350

Edition: 2006

Authors: Suzanne Bell

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As the number of forensic science and forensic chemistry degree programs increases, Forensic Chemistry is the first text 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.- The first forensics-only textbook - Addresses instructors' needs for a single, timely text that specifically addresses the field of forensic chemistry, and serves as a reference in the classroom and beyond.- Solid foundation for basic chemistry - Introduces…

Book details

List price: $169.93
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 7/21/2005
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 696
Size: 8.00" wide x 10.00" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 3.080
Language: English




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