Ch 4 Fingerprints Review

Front

What are the small characteristics observed in ridge patterns?

Back

Minutiae

Front

What is the area known as in a fingerprint diagram that is indicated by 'A'?

Back

Core

Front

What type of fingerprint is left by a person with soiled or stained fingertips?

Back

Visible

Front

What is an invisible print that must be developed using powder or chemicals called?

Back

Latent

Front

Which minutiae looks like a very small line between two large ongoing lines?

Back

Island

Front

What is the term for the ridge pattern that forms a loop in fingerprints?

Back

Loop

Front

What is the term for the ridge pattern that forms a whorl in fingerprints?

Back

Whorl

Front

What is the primary purpose of fingerprint analysis in forensic science?

Back

To identify individuals based on unique patterns.

Front

What is the difference between a patent print and a latent print?

Back

A patent print is visible without development, while a latent print is invisible and requires development.

Front

What is the significance of the delta in fingerprint analysis?

Back

It helps in classifying the fingerprint pattern.