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The use of mobile crime investigation laboratories has increased the speed at which evidence can be collected and analyzed.

Forensic science is used in courtrooms, but not every forensic scientist goes to court to testify . Many never do so. They use forensic science to settle civil cases , help governments gather information, enforce laws, protect the public, and help a company or other organization determine the facts about an event, substance, or product. Others use forensic science to find out what caused a fire or a bridge collapse. KEY DUTIES FOR FORENSIC SCIENTISTS There are many types of forensic scientists. Although their work responsibilities vary by specialty, most forensic scientists perform the following tasks: • Collect physical evidence at crime scenes • Take photographs and videos and sketch diagrams at crime scenes

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