• Covers 468 different explosive and chemical weapons
• Characterizes each weapon by common name, synonym, class, ingredients, and use
• Includes 100 illustrations

A noteworthy volume in the Forensic Science Techniques series, Explosives and Chemical Weapons Identification provides identification capabilities for 468 different explosive and chemical weapons formulations. Forensic specialist James B. Crippin presents detailed descriptions of each of the weapons formulations by breaking down the material into the five concise categories. Each weapon is clearly distinguished by its common name, various synonyms, its class, the major ingredients, and the most common uses. A handy reference packed with critical information and 100 illustrations, this is an essential resource that every forensic professional should have within close reach.