High School

If a skull is recovered from a crime scene, what information can the anthropologist provide about the skull? What can be constructed?

A. Facial reconstruction; Hairstyle
B. Hairstyle; Facial expression
C. Facial expression; Facial reconstruction
D. Facial reconstruction; Facial expression

Answer :

Final answer:

A forensic anthropologist can provide a biological profile and perform a facial reconstruction based on a skull from a crime scene, but hairstyles and facial expressions are not determinable from skeletal remains (Option A).

Explanation:

When examining a skull recovered from a crime scene, a forensic anthropologist can provide a wealth of information. Critical data such as the individual's age, sex, race, and stature can be estimated, which aids in victim identification. Though forensic artists can attempt a facial reconstruction based on scientific data and skull characteristics, the hairstyle and facial expressions cannot be accurately determined from bones alone. Therefore, the answer to what can be constructed is facial reconstruction; hairstyles and facial expressions generally cannot be ascertained without other evidence. DNA analysis may provide clues about biological features like skin color, hair color, and eye color, but this is separate from the reconstruction of the skull itself.