Well we first have to answer the question what is
forensics to be able to understand a forensic toxicologist. Forensics is defined by
MerriamWebster as, “relating to the use of scientific knowledge or methods in solving
crimes”. Toxicology is defined as, “
the study of poisonous chemicals, drugs, etc., and how a
person or other living thing reacts to them”. Forensic toxicologists are often needed at crime
scenes to examine if the victim was poisoned, drugged, etc.
Toxicology is an important aspect
to forensics and interpreting a crime scene…
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