What are the two types of long guns mentioned?
- Rifles
- Shotguns
Rifles can fire five bullets, while shotguns can fire five small pellets (shots) or slugs.
What are the two types of hand guns mentioned?
- Revolvers
- Semi-automatic
Revolvers hold cartridges, while semi-automatics can load up to 10 cartridges in a magnetic clip.
Define cartridge.
Bullet + Case + Gunpowder + primer
A cartridge is the complete unit that is loaded into a firearm.
What does caliber measure?
Diameter of cartridge
Caliber is an important specification for firearms and ammunition.
List the materials bullets can be made of.
- Lead
- Copper
- Brass
- Bronze
- Steel
- Aluminium
Different materials can affect the performance and application of bullets.
True or false: Jacketed bullets travel slower than non-jacketed bullets.
FALSE
Jacketed bullets are designed to travel faster.
What is rifling in a firearm?
Grooves cut or formed in a spiral down the barrel
Rifling increases the power and range of the bullet.
What can chemical tests reveal about a person in relation to firearms?
Gunshot residue (GSR)
GSR can indicate how close a person was to a fired gun.
How does rifling affect fired bullets?
Causes distinctive grooves, indentations, and scratches
These markings can be used for forensic identification of bullets.
