HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

ENTOMOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What can entomologists know by studying the insects at a crime scene?
A
The identity of the victim
B
The post-mortem interval
C
If the body has been moved
D
If the victim was poisoned
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Right from the early stages insects are attracted to the decomposing body and may lay eggs in it. By studying the insect population and the developing larval stages, forensic scientists can estimate the postmortem index, any change in position of the corpse as well as the cause of death.

Detailed explanation-2: -Abstract: Forensic entomology involves the use of insects and other arthropods to estimate the minimum time elapsed since death, referred to as minimum postmortem interval (minPMI).

Detailed explanation-3: -The most visible type of forensic entomology is used in the investigation of death, abuse and neglect cases. 1. The most important contribution of this science is the estimation of the post mortem interval or time since death.

Detailed explanation-4: -Forensic entomology usually involves the identification of insects and other arthropods associated with human remains as an aid to determining the time and place of death.

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