Entomology Flashcards
1
Q
What do forensic entomologist do ?
A
they apply their knowledge of entomology to provide information for criminal investigation.
2
Q
Most insects used in investigations are in 2 major orders :
A
1- Flies (Diptera)
2- Beetles (Coleoptera)
3
Q
Natural factors that can affect the period of time before the body was discovered :
A
- weather
- air
- ground surface
- the interface area between the body and the ground
- the soil under the body
- the temperature inside any maggot masses
4
Q
What are the stages of a fly’s life cycle ?
A
- egg
- 1st instar larva
- 2nd instar larva
- 3rd instar larva
- pupa
- adult
5
Q
During what instar stage is the larvae 10 mm long ?
A
- during the 2nd instar stage
6
Q
True or False :
1st Instar - 5 mm long after 1.8 days
A
True
7
Q
True or False :
3rd Instar – 14-16 mm long after 2 days
A
False
