Forensic Chemistry

The third edition of Forensic Chemistry is the leading forensic chemistry text on the market, fully updated with new and expanded coverage of rapid advances in forensic mass spectrometry, NMR, and novel psychoactive substances (NPSs). It also includes pharmacological and toxicokinetic calculations and introduces students to the legal context in which forensic chemistry is conducted.

Format: Hardback
Length: 650 pages
Publication date: 20 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Forensic Chemistry, Third Edition, the latest iteration of this groundbreaking textbook, remains the preeminent reference in forensic chemistry. Thoroughly revised and updated, this edition encompasses the most recent advancements in forensic chemistry analysis and practice. Extensive coverage has been dedicated to rapid developments in forensic mass spectrometry, NMR, and novel psychoactive substances (NPSs). Topics such as seized drug analysis, toxicology, combustion and fire investigation, explosives, and firearms discharge residue are thoroughly described and illustrated with case studies. The integration of statistics, quality assurance/quality control, uncertainty, and metrology into all topics ensures a comprehensive understanding. Numerous color figures, totaling nearly 450, along with graphs, illustrations, worked example problems, and case descriptions vividly demonstrate the application of analytical chemistry in forensic practice. This coverage provides students with valuable insights into the legal framework within which forensic chemistry operates and introduces them to the diverse sample types and matrices commonly encountered in forensic laboratories.

Dimension: 254 x 203 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138339842
Edition number: 3 ed