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Forensic Chemistry

Subject: Chemistry

Book: General Chemistry

Forensic chemistry applies analytical methods to criminal investigations and legal contexts. Techniques like chromatography, mass spectrometry, and DNA analysis identify drugs, explosives, toxins, or trace evidence at crime scenes. The field demands stringent quality control and chain-of-custody procedures. Forensic chemistry helps link suspects to crimes, exonerate the innocent, and ensure scientific integrity in legal proceedings.

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