Forensic Examination of Glass and Paint

Presents an approach to the analysis of glass and paint as they occur as trace evidence in forensic cases. This book covers an introduction to the composition and manufacture of these materials, techniques for characterization, and the analytical approach to obtaining information. This volume represents an approach to the analysis of glass and paint as they occur as trace evidence in forensic cases. Each chapter is written by an expert in their particular area. The book is divided into two sections: one referring to paint and one referring to glass. Each section covers an introduction to the composition of these materials and the analytical approach to obtaining information from these types of exhibits, together with an interpretation of that evidence in the context of the forensic cases.