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Introduction. Definitions. Historical Aspects of Firearms and Ammunition. History of Gunpowder. History of Ignition Systems. History of Bullets. History of Ammunition. History of Firearms. Chemical Aspects of Firearms and Ammunition. Cartridge Cases. Primer Cups (Caps). Priming Compositions. Propellants. Projectiles. Complementary Ammunition Components. Caseless Ammunition. Blank Ammunition. Firearm Construction Materials. Firearm Discharge Residue. Firearm Discharge Residue Detection Techniques. Properties of Firearm Discharge Residue. Experimental. Objectives, Sampling Procedures, Instrumentation, and Conditions. Particle Classification Scheme. Casework Related Tests. Analysis of Ammunition. Ammunition Containing Mercury. Lead Free Ammunition. Suspect Processing Procedures. Firearm Discharge Residue Sampling Environment. Organic Components of Firearm Discharge Residue. Sampling of Skin and Clothing Surfaces for Firearm Discharge Residue. Development of a Method for Organic Firearm Discharge Residue Detection. Interesting Firearms Casework Experiences. The Danger of Incorrect Forensic GSR Evidence. Conclusion.