Entomology Catch up Questions

Entomology Catch up Questions
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Entomology Catch up Questions

Slide 1 - Tekstslide

What is the primary role of forensic entomology in criminal investigations?
A
Identifying suspects
B
Estimating time since death
C
Analysing fingerprints
D
Examining blood spatter patterns

Slide 2 - Quizvraag

Which statement best describes insect succession in a dead body?
A
Beetles arrive first, followed by flies.
B
Flies arrive first, followed by beetles.
C
Ants are the primary colonizers.
D
Insects do not play a significant role in decomposition.

Slide 3 - Quizvraag

What does PMI stand for in forensic entomology?
A
Post-Mortem Interval
B
Pre-Mortem Investigation
C
Pupal Metamorphosis Index
D
Pathological Microorganism Identification

Slide 4 - Quizvraag

Which of the following characteristics is commonly used for identifying blowfly species?
A
Wing coloration
B
Leg length
C
Antenna shape
D
Body size

Slide 5 - Quizvraag

During which stage of decomposition do beetles (Coleoptera) play a significant role?
A
Fresh
B
Bloat
C
Decay
D
Dry

Slide 6 - Quizvraag

What environmental factor has a significant impact on the rate of insect arrival to a corpse?
A
Temperature
B
Wind Speed
C
Soil Type
D
Moon Phases

Slide 7 - Quizvraag

Why are Diptera (flies) of particular importance in forensic entomology?
A
They can carry diseases.
B
They are the primary decomposers.
C
They are attracted to human blood.
D
They are not attracted to corpses.

Slide 8 - Quizvraag

Carrion beetles (Silphidae) are often associated with which stage of decomposition?
A
Fresh
B
Decay
C
Bloat
D
Dry

Slide 9 - Quizvraag

What does entomotoxicology involve in forensic entomology?
A
Studying the toxicity of insects
B
Analysing toxins in insects found on a corpse
C
Examining the behaviour of toxic chemicals
D
Treating insect-related diseases

Slide 10 - Quizvraag

Which of the following is NOT commonly used to estimate the post-mortem interval (PMI) in forensic entomology?
A
Developmental stage of insects
B
Weather conditions
C
Soil pH
D
Presence of scavengers

Slide 11 - Quizvraag

In general, how does an increase in temperature affect the rate of decomposition and insect activity?
A
Accelerates decomposition and insect activity
B
Slows down decomposition and insect activity
C
Has no effect on decomposition and insect activity
D
Causes a complete halt in decomposition and insect activity

Slide 12 - Quizvraag

Under what conditions does the formation of adipocere (grave wax) typically occur?
A
Dry and well-ventilated environments
B
Warm and humid conditions
C
Submersion in water
D
Freezing temperatures

Slide 13 - Quizvraag

Apart from estimating the time of death, what other aspects of a criminal investigation can forensic entomology contribute to?
A
Blood analysis
B
DNA profiling
C
Identifying the murder weapon
D
Providing alibi evidence

Slide 14 - Quizvraag

How might the decomposition process differ between a corpse placed indoors versus outdoors?
A
Indoor decomposition is faster
B
Outdoor decomposition is faster
C
No significant difference in decomposition rates
D
Decomposition does not occur indoors

Slide 15 - Quizvraag

In a legal context, what is entomoforensics primarily concerned with?
A
The behaviour of insects in a crime scene
B
The legal rights of insects
C
The use of insects as evidence in court
D
The protection of insect habitats

Slide 16 - Quizvraag

Where do female blowflies typically lay their eggs during the initial stages of decomposition?
A
On the clothing of the deceased
B
In the soil surrounding the corpse
C
In and around body orifices
D
On the hair of the deceased

Slide 17 - Quizvraag

What does faunal succession refer to in forensic entomology?
A
The arrival of different insect species at a crime scene
B
The influence of soil fauna on decomposition
C
The succession of insect species during decomposition
D
The succession of scavengers in a decomposing body

Slide 18 - Quizvraag

Why is the temperature within a maggot mass higher than the ambient temperature?
A
Maggots produce heat during feeding.
B
Maggots are more sensitive to temperature.
C
Maggots attract heat from the sun.
D
Maggots generate heat through metabolic processes.

Slide 19 - Quizvraag

What information can the arrival patterns of insects provide to forensic entomologists?
A
Type of clothing worn by the deceased
B
Duration of insect activity on the body
C
Time elapsed since death
D
Seasonal changes in insect behaviour

Slide 20 - Quizvraag

In forensic entomology, how might ants be significant in the decomposition process?
A
They deter other insects from the corpse.
B
They carry away evidence.
C
They play no role in decomposition.
D
They speed up the decay of soft tissues.

Slide 21 - Quizvraag

Apart from insects, what other arthropods are commonly encountered in forensic investigations?
A
Arachnids
B
Myriapods
C
Crustaceans
D
All of the above

Slide 22 - Quizvraag

Which factor is least likely to influence insect colonization on a corpse?
A
Air quality
B
Presence of clothing
C
Humidity
D
Presence of a burial site

Slide 23 - Quizvraag

How might cultural practices such as embalming affect carrion insects' activity on a corpse?
A
Accelerates decomposition
B
Delays decomposition
C
Has no effect on decomposition
D
Alters the insect species arriving at the corpse

Slide 24 - Quizvraag

What are post-mortem artefacts in forensic entomology?
A
Insects feeding on the corpse
B
Artistic representations of crime scenes
C
Changes in the body after death but not related to decomposition
D
Artefacts left behind by the deceased

Slide 25 - Quizvraag

What is the primary role of dipteran larvae in the decomposition process?
A
Breaking down bone tissue
B
Consuming soft tissues
C
Aiding in the formation of adiopocere
D
Indicating the time of death

Slide 26 - Quizvraag

How does soil microbial activity contribute to forensic entomology?
A
Slows down decomposition
B
Speeds up decomposition
C
Attracts scavengers
D
Has no impact on decomposition

Slide 27 - Quizvraag

Which factor has the least influence on the development rates of insects on a corpse?
A
Ambient temperature
B
Humidity
C
Presence of clothing
D
Time of day

Slide 28 - Quizvraag

What is a potential risk associated with insect activity on a decomposing body?
A
Introduction of pathogens
B
Preservation of tissues
C
Indication of time of death
D
None of the above

Slide 29 - Quizvraag

How do beetles (Coleoptera) contribute to forensic investigations?
A
They are indicators of drowning.
B
They accelerate the decomposition process.
C
They provide information on burial depth.
D
They are used to estimate time of death.

Slide 30 - Quizvraag

In which climate would decomposition likely occur more rapidly?
A
Arctic
B
Temperate
C
Desert
D
Tropical

Slide 31 - Quizvraag