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Evidence from the Earth: Forensic Geology and Criminal Investigation

Science News, July 24, 2004

EVIDENCE FROM THE EARTH: Forensic Geology and Criminal Investigation RAYMOND C. MURRAY

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Murray is a geologist who has become a sleuth. He started several years ago, when detectives in his home state of New Jersey sought his help in two cases, one of arson and the other involving rock-throwing. In the past few years, police officers have turned to scientists or all stripes, with increasing frequency, for help in solving crimes, Murray surveys the myriad ways in which his geology colleagues have unearthed valuable soil and rock evidence and provided testimony that has sealed the fate of murderers, safecrackers, and gem and art counterfeiters. AS these stories illustrate the techniques geologists employ to analyze forensic data. Along the way, Murray's readers pick up a solid overview of geological science. Mountain, 2004. 226 p., b&w photos/illus., paperback, $20.00.

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