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Forensic Anthropology

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Forensic Anthropology
The scientific study of human remains, usually with the express purpose of identifying the remains of the deceased or the cause of death

forensic
(fren´sik),
adj pertaining to the law or to legal proceedings.
forensic anthropology,
n the use of anatomic structures and physical characteristics to identify a subject for legal purposes.
forensic dentistry,
n the use of dental characteristics for the purpose of identifying a subject for legal purposes. See also jurisprudence, dental.


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