Case study of a fire. Need to answer 10 questions related to the case study and recovery of evidence etc., using academic sources.
Looking at the image of the cabin, is it possible that the fire was started accidentally from a stray ember from a bonfire? What evidence can you see to back up your opinion?
Looking at the image of the inside of the cabin, what are some of the indicators that could be used to locate the seat of the fire?
Once the seat of the fire is located, what techniques could be employed to determine if an accelerant was used or not?
What evidence could be found on the spent fireworks to identify who had handled them? What techniques could be employed and how could they be used to collect this evidence.
Name an analytical technique that could be used to identify the white powder (APHS2). Describe the basic principles of your chosen technique.
What causes fireworks to “fly” rather than simply burn or explode?
What is the composition of GSR and where does it come from?
What licences are required to legally possess the firearm APHS1?
