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Which of the following characteristics are observed in complete close contact wound from a shotgun?
(A) Muzzle impression
(B) Tattooing
(C) Seared zone
(D) Blackened zone

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Close contact wounds often show distinctive features like muzzle impressions and seared zones due to heat and gas discharge.
Updated On: Jan 17, 2026
  • (A) and (B) only
  • (B) and (D) only
  • (A) and (C) only
  • (C) and (D) only
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Specific characteristics are observed in complete close-contact shotgun wounds:

  • Muzzle impression: An imprint of the shotgun's barrel left on the skin due to tight contact.
  • Blackened zone: Soot and combustion products deposited around the wound, resulting from the close-range shot.

Tattooing is not typically seen in close-contact wounds but is more common in intermediate-range wounds. A seared zone is associated with burns and is not specific to shotgun contact wounds.

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