Forensic Chemistry is a branch of chemistry that involves the application of chemical concepts to solve crimes.Forensic chemistry is the application to analyze any non-biological materials found at a crime scene, and figure out how they … [Read more...] about Introduction to Forensic Chemistry
Forensic Chemistry
Commonly used Reagents in Forensic Chemistry Laboratory
In this post, we have tried to compile most of the frequently and commonly used reagents in our Forensic Chemistry Laboratories. So, it is important to have the basic information on how to make these reagents and their usage to detect or distinguish … [Read more...] about Commonly used Reagents in Forensic Chemistry Laboratory
Forensic Analysis of Chemicals in Trap Cases – Part 2
In part 1 of this topic we talked about Phenolphthalein, a commonly used chemical in trap cases, in great length. In the part 2 of Forensic Analysis of Chemicals in Trap Cases, we will study about another powder, Anthracene, that is used in trap … [Read more...] about Forensic Analysis of Chemicals in Trap Cases – Part 2
Analysis of Drug of Abuse : Barbiturates
In the preceding post, we read about barbiturates, its properties, synthesis of barbiturates, classification, mechanism of action, uses, signs and symptoms and how the samples are packed at scene of crime. In this post, we will look at the … [Read more...] about Analysis of Drug of Abuse : Barbiturates
Forensic Analysis of Chemicals in Trap Cases – Part 1
A trap is a method of deliberate laying of the bait and catch the accused person red handed.‘Bribery’is a term used for any act of giving gift or money, with dishonest nature for altering its recipient‘s behavior.Bribery is an offence … [Read more...] about Forensic Analysis of Chemicals in Trap Cases – Part 1
X- Ray Spectroscopy
X rays are electromagnetic radiation. X-rays are very energetic portion of the electromagnetic spectrum and have short wavelengths of about 0.1 to 100 Angstroms (Å). They are bounded by ultraviolet light at long wavelengths and gamma rays at short … [Read more...] about X- Ray Spectroscopy