How are teeth used to estimate age

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Module - Case

Anatomy - MUSCULAR AND SKELETAL SYSTEMS

Assignment Overview

In this Case Assignment, you will visit various sites to learn about skeletal anatomy and function. Studying forensic anthropology can tell you many facts about the deceased based on the appearance of his or her bones. You will then apply your knowledge about the skeletal system to describe how forensic anthropology is used in the identification of deceased persons.

Case Assignment

Prepare a 2- to 3-page paper in which you address the following questions:

Read the article and watch the video on Bone Biographies at the following site:

Written in Bone: Forensic Files of the 17th Century Chesapeake. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

1. What is the last bone to complete its growth?

2. How are teeth used to estimate age?

3. What is bone "remodeling" and how can it be used to determine age?

4. What is the sciatic notch? How can it be used to determine gender?

Learning from Skeletons.

1. How can the skull be used to determine age?

2. How is the pelvis of a female different from the pelvis of a male?

3. What can the hand bones tell you about the deceased?

4. Select one case file from the website above (see the menu bar on the right, examples include Mystery Moran, My Indiana Home). Describe the case and the key evidence used to solve it.

Assignment Expectations
Organize this essay assignment using subtitles that summarize the topic from each question above. For example, to answer Question 1, use a descriptive subtitle like the following: Bone Growth.Answer each question under the subtitle using complete sentences that relate back to the question.

Your essay should be approximately 2-3 pages. Use APA formatting for your essay. Pages should have 1-inch margins, and text should be in 12-point type and double-spaced. Include a title page, an introduction, subtitles with answers to the questions, and a concluding paragraph. Remember to include in-text citations within the body of the essay referencing your resources (e.g., Murray, 2014). Also, be sure to include a reference section at the end of your assignment listing all the resources you used to complete your essay, such as required readings and any additional resources.

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