1) Briefly describe the steps of the scientific method of fire investigation. Which step, or steps, do you think are most important? Why? Your response must be at least 100 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

2) How do atoms combine with other atoms to form molecules? What is chemical relativity and how does this affect this process? Briefly describe the oxidative reaction that occurs in a flame. Your response must be at least 100 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.