Does the Scientific Community Support the Use of the Lie

question 20

Essay

Does the scientific community support the use of the lie detector in criminal investigations?

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Definitions:

Hepatic Portal Vein

A blood vessel that carries blood from the gastrointestinal tract, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen to the liver.

Superior Mesenteric Vein

A large vein that drains blood from the small intestine, ascending colon, and part of the large intestine into the portal vein.

Nutrient Blood

Blood enriched with nutrients absorbed from the digestive system, supplying essential nutrients to the body cells.

Posterior Cerebral Arteries

Arteries supplying blood to the back part of the brain, important for visual processing and other brain functions.