Forensic science, also known as forensics, is the recognition, collection, identification, individualization, and interpretation of physical evidence, and the application of science and medicine for criminal and civil law, or regulatory purposes. Popularized by a slew of crime detection series on television, forensic science has entered into the realm of commonplace thought and conversation. As the use of forensic evidence is rapidly expanding in courtroom settings, the reliability of this important scientific area has been continually questioned and must be validated properly.
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