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how do forensic anthropologists sometimes assist the police
A forensic anthropologist can assist in the identification of deceased individuals whose remains are decomposed, burned, mutilated or otherwise unrecognizable, as might happen in a plane crash.
how does a forensic anthropologist identify a body
Using physical markers present on a skeleton, a forensic anthropologist can potentially determine a person's age, sex, stature, and ancestry.
can you tell me more about how a forensic anthropologist identifies a body
A forensic anthropologists can use skeletal abnormalities to potentially determine cause of death, past trauma such as broken bones or medical procedures, as well as diseases such as bone cancer.
what is the educational path for the forensic anthropologist
Individuals looking to become forensic anthropologists first obtain a bachelor's degree in anthropology from an accredited university.

Question: when did the professionalization of the field begin
Self-contained rewrite: when did the professionalization of forensic anthropology the field begin