FORENSICS Determining Post-Mortem Interval Mini Death Investigations

DIGITAL OR PRINT RESOURCE Challenge students to use a wide array of techniques to determine the time of death (post-mortem interval) in 10 cases. Each case contains clues pertaining to the 5 stages of decomposition, Livor Mortis, Algor Mortis, and Rigor Mortis, as well as entomological (blow fly) clues. A 1-page quick reference for calculating the time of death using body temperature is included, as is a 2-page summary sheet on the various methods used to determine PMI. Students love working in pairs on this activity or could find equal success working independently. This resource would make quick sub plans

Mini Case Studies can be used in a variety of ways:

➩Assessment

➩ Supplement to Forensic Topics

➩Enrichment & Extension Activity to challenge students who need more

➩Quick & Easy Sub or Emergency Plans

➩Homework

Content Covered:

✽5 Stages of Decomposition (Fresh, Bloat, Active Decay, Advance Decay, Dry)

✽Rigor Mortis, Algro Mortis, Livor Mortis

✽Time of Death Calculations

✽Entomology and the Blow Fly Life Cycle

Time:

✽Depending on reading level, familiarity with the content, and familiarity with the technology & format, this resource takes approximately 40 minutes to complete.

Included in this download:

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✽Determining Post-Mortem Interval Mini Death Investigations: PDF (for print)

✽Determining Post-Mortem Interval Mini Death Investigations: Google Slides (for digital use)
✽Answer Key & Teacher Notes

GRADE LEVEL:

✽Middle ➙ High School (8th - 12th)

Teacher Prep Time:

✽0 min just PRINT & GO!

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