HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -This period runs from 3 to 72 hours after death. The early post-mortem phase is most frequently estimated using the classical triad of post-mortem changes – rigor mortis, livor mortis, and algor mortis.

Detailed explanation-2: -The determination of time of death is of crucial importance for forensic investigators, especially when they are gathering evidence that can support or deny the stated actions of suspects in a crime. The time elapsed from the moment of death until a corpse is discovered is also known as the postmortem interval, or PMI.

Detailed explanation-3: -The post-mortem interval (PMI) is the time that has elapsed since an individual’s death. When the time of death is not known, the interval may be estimated, and so an approximate time of death established.

Detailed explanation-4: -A post-mortem will be carried out as soon as possible, usually within 2 to 3 working days of a person’s death. In some cases, it may be possible for it to take place within 24 hours. Depending upon when the examination is due to take place, you may be able to see the body before the post-mortem is carried out.

Detailed explanation-5: -Estimating a PMI requires that the forensic entomologist be able to precisely identify the insects on and around a body. This can only be properly performed by an experienced forensic entomologist with the proper reference collections.