Tattooing
Hot GSR embeds into human tissue at close range
Muzzle imprint
hot temps burn class characteristics related to firearm into skin
Gutter wounds
shallow angle not penetrating surface of skull
Temporary wound cavity
opens by transit of bullet
natural elasticity of skin causes it to close back up
the process assumes the elastic limit is not passed
Permanent wound cavity
path of tissue destroyed by transit of bullet
crushes soft tissue and tearing
cavity doesn’t close but closely resembles bullets caliber
instant incapacitation if hits
brain, heart or spine