Reference no: EM13791128

Part 1

Explain how a handgun is manufactured, most specifically the bore of the barrel.

Why is rifling present in the bore of the barrel? What is the purpose of rifling?

Compare and contrast a revolver versus a semiautomatic handgun. How is the caliber of a handgun determined?

Explain the difference between a bullet, shell casing, and a projectile.

When examining a handgun, projectile, or shell casing, provide examples of class and individual characteristics.

What is the difference between a perforating gunshot wound and a penetrating gunshot wound?

Compare and contrast the characteristics of an entrance wound versus an exit wound.

Part 2

What are the characteristics that might exist or not exist for determining the muzzle-to-target distance?

There are four ranges. At each range, what is the muzzle-to-target distance?
contact to near contact
close range
medium range
distant range

Explain the characteristics that might exist or not exist at each range. For example, a bullet hole will be a characteristic at each range.
What types of evidence would an investigator document from a handgun of a death scene?