Fingerprinting

Front

What is the main characteristic of fingerprints?

Back

Fingerprints remain the same over time.

Front

What is the primary function of the ridges on our fingers?

Back

They enable us to grasp objects.

Front

What fingerprint pattern is characterized by a circular or spiral shape?

Back

Whorl

Front

What is the name of the fingerprint pattern that has a raised center and slopes down on both sides?

Back

Tented Arch

Front

What is the fingerprint pattern that forms a loop?

Back

Loop

Front

What are the three main types of fingerprint patterns?

Back

Arch, Loop, Whorl.

Front

What is the significance of fingerprint analysis in forensic science?

Back

It is used for identification and verification of individuals.

Front

How do environmental factors affect fingerprints?

Back

Environmental factors do not change the fundamental pattern of fingerprints.

Front

What is the term for the unique patterns formed by the ridges on fingers?

Back

Fingerprint.

Front

What is the difference between a plain whorl and a central pocket whorl?

Back

A plain whorl has two deltas, while a central pocket whorl has one delta and a core.