Forensic research finds bone density affects size of bullet holes

Wednesday, August 3, 2016 - 11:01 in Health & Medicine

A proof-of-concept study finds that the density of bones in the skull affects the size of bullet holes in the skull. The finding is useful for law enforcement officials and medical examiners seeking to identify the caliber of firearms that have been used to commit murder.

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