chapter 12 forensics review

True or False: Once skin slippage begins, it is impossible to obtain fingerprints.

False

True or False: Internal pressure from fluids and foul smelling decomposition gases force fluids from body openings after several days of death.

True

True or False: Usually, children will lose body heat more slowly than adults.

false

True or False: A person who was running away from someone before he or she died will go into rigor mortis sooner than a person who was sitting quietly.

true

True or False: An autopsy is performed after an unexplained death to help explain the cause and manner of death.

true

True or False: Cloudiness of the eyes occurs usually after 2 hours if the eyelids are open.

true

True or False: Apidocere is a waxy material formed from the breakdown of fat during decomposition under very dry conditions.

false

True or False: Body heat loss speeds up after 12 hours following death.

false