Survey of gunshot residue analysis in forensic science laboratories

DeGaetano, D.; Siegel, J.A.

Journal of Forensic Sciences 35(5): 1087-1093

1990


ISSN/ISBN: 0022-1198
PMID: 2230684
Document Number: 351299
The purpose of this survey was to determine the methods for analysis being used on gunshot residue (GSR) samples in forensic science laboratories across the United States. In addition, the two general techniques of GSR analysis are compared and contrasted. Problems encountered by analysis using scanning electron microscopy/energy-dispersive X-ray analysis (SEM/EDX) are discussed.

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