Fingerprint Intro

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When are fingerprints formed?

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During fetal development/in the womb.

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What are the general types of fingerprint patterns?

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Loop, whorl, arch, accidental.

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Do fingerprints remain the same over time?

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True.

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Do identical twins have identical fingerprints?

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False.

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What is a double loop whorl?

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A type of fingerprint pattern characterized by two loops.

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What is the most common type of fingerprint pattern?

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Loop.

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What is a whorl in fingerprinting?

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A fingerprint pattern that forms a circular or spiral shape.

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What is an arch in fingerprinting?

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A fingerprint pattern that rises in the center and has no loops.

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What is the significance of fingerprints in forensic science?

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They are unique to individuals and can be used for identification.

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What are ridge patterns in fingerprints?

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The raised lines on the surface of the skin that form the fingerprint.