11: Alternate Light Source — Read

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To understand the role of the forensic technician to visualize trace and transfer evidence
To understand the electromagnetic spectrum and light frequency
To learn about the different wavelengths of light and how they can be applied to forensics
To understand the properties of light including reflection, absorption, and contrast
To understand the roles of the ALS and forensic light source in evidence discovery
To understand the use of colored filters to subtract like colors for photographic documentation
To learn about the appearances of bodily fluids under ALS
To learn about the use of ultra-violet and infra-red spectrums

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