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Forensic Science Is Not As Accurate As You Think

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Video: Veritasium
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The short version

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What to watch for

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Why it matters

For key expertise and consultation on the animations as well as wider research, Professor Denise Syndercombe Court of King’s College London and Dr John Butler of the National Institute for Standards and Technology.

Summary by Nerd News Network. Watch the full video at Veritasium via the links above and below.

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