Fingerprints

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What are fingerprints?

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Unique patterns formed by the ridges and valleys on the skin of the fingers.

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How are fingerprints formed?

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Fingerprints are formed during fetal development and remain unchanged throughout a person's life.

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What are the three main types of fingerprint patterns?

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Loops, whorls, and arches.

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What is a loop fingerprint pattern?

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A fingerprint pattern that has one or more ridges entering from one side, looping around, and exiting the same side.

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What is a whorl fingerprint pattern?

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A fingerprint pattern characterized by circular or spiral ridges.

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What is an arch fingerprint pattern?

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A fingerprint pattern that has ridges that enter from one side and exit the other side, forming a wave-like pattern.

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What is the most common fingerprint pattern?

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Loop.

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What is the ulnar loop?

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A loop that opens towards the little finger.

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What is the radial loop?

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A loop that opens towards the thumb.

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Can fingerprints be permanently erased?

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No, fingerprints can only be temporarily altered; they will grow back.