Forensic Analysis

noun An abbreviation for American Astronomical Society, a professional society for astronomers in the United States.

• The use of AAS (anabolic-androgenic steroids) is strictly prohibited in professional sports.
• I heard some athletes are using AAS to enhance their performance.
• Bro, do you know where I can get some AAS for my workout?
• AAS can be seen as a shortcut to achieving physical gains, but the long-term consequences can be detrimental.

noun a chemical compound used in various industrial processes and as a reagent in organic synthesis

• Acetic anhydride is commonly used in the pharmaceutical industry as a reagent for acetylation reactions.
• I heard that acetic anhydride is a key ingredient in making aspirin.
• You won't believe how potent acetic anhydride is in certain chemical reactions.
• The use of acetic anhydride in this experiment was like adding fuel to the fire.

noun a type of imaging technique that uses sound waves to create detailed images of internal structures

adjective describing the type of microimaging that relies on acoustic technology

• Acoustic microimaging is a non-destructive testing technique used in materials science.
• I heard they used acoustic microimaging to analyze the structure of the painting.
• Check out this cool acoustic microimaging device, it can see through walls!
• Using acoustic microimaging, we can delve deep into the hidden layers of history.

noun a type of dye that is derived from acridine and is commonly used in biological staining techniques

• Acridine dye is commonly used in fluorescence microscopy to stain DNA and RNA.
• I spilled acridine dye on my lab coat and now it won't come out!
• That acridine dye stuff smells terrible, like rotten eggs!
• The memories of that day are etched in my mind like an acridine dye stain on white fabric.