Palynological Evidence
Arson
100

Define forensic palynology.

What is the study of pollen grains from a crime scene to identify suspects?

100

The reaction represented by: fuel + O2 --> waste + energy.

What is an oxidation reaction?

200

Fine dust composted of asexual reproductive bodies.

What is spores?

200

The definition of flashpoint.

What is the lowest temperature at which a liquid gives off sufficient vapour to form a mixture with air to support combustion?

300

An attribute of pollen that protects it from corrosion by chemicals.

What is acid-resistant?

300
Trails of accelerant used to spread fire from unconnected areas.

What is streamers?

400

Things that can be determined from pollen evidence.

What is plant family, genus, and species?

400

What severe burning on floor vs ceiling indicates.

What is an accelerant was used?

500

Advanced techniques used to identify pollen evidence.

What is TLM or SEM?