Forensic Science Crossword Puzzle

About the Forensic Science Crossword Puzzle

This puzzle covers the evidence, tools, and scientific specialties used to investigate crimes. Look for terms such as fingerprint, luminol, ballistics, and toxicology, along with lab equipment and biological evidence. It is suited to students learning about crime scene investigation, readers interested in mysteries, and anyone curious about how science can help answer questions about a case.

This crossword draws on 40 clues about Forensic Science. Each grid uses a different handful and fits them together a new way, so press New puzzle for another whenever you finish. The answers are in the answer key when you print, and behind the Reveal button when you play.

Sample clues

• •Claim of being elsewhere when an event occurred (5 letters)
• •Small projectile fired from a gun (6 letters)
• •Study of insects, useful for estimating time since death (10 letters)
• •Strand that may carry identifying genetic material (4 letters)
• •Reason for committing an act (6 letters)
• •Moisture secreted inside the mouth (6 letters)
• •Person under investigation (7 letters)
• •Study of drugs and poisons in the body (10 letters)

Teaching this topic or planning a party? Make your own crossword with your own words and clues.