Some hair was found in the CEO’s office, and students can analyse this in an attempt to find the culprit. In this sessions students will learn all about fibre analysis. This includes how to use a microscope to examine fibres, how to distinguish between different animal and hair fibres, and using their skills in analysing fibres to rule out suspect(s) from the Hospital Heist case.

 

Lesson Plan Fibre Analysis – Click to Download
Fibre Analysis Presentation – Click to Download
Fibre Reference Sheets (to print for students) – Click to Download
Fibre Technician Requirements – Click to Download

 

On the student section of this page students can browse pictures of animal fibres to learn the differences, and take a quiz to test their knowledge about fibres on both a general and forensic level.