Fingerprinting Review

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What does it mean if someone's fingerprints are found at a crime scene?

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It does not necessarily mean they are guilty; fingerprints can be left for various reasons.

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What type of fingerprint pattern has ridges that form a complete circular shape?

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Whorl

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In a plain whorl, what happens to the line between the deltas?

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The line intersects the circular rings.

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What are the two types of loop patterns in fingerprints?

Back

Ulnar and Radial Loops.

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What is the ridge characteristic that looks like a triangle and is found in fingerprints?

Back

Delta.

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What is the primary purpose of fingerprinting in forensic science?

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To identify individuals based on unique patterns.

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How many deltas does a whorl typically have?

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At least 2 deltas.

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What is the difference between ulnar and radial loops?

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Ulnar loops open towards the little finger, while radial loops open towards the thumb.

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What is the significance of ridge characteristics in fingerprint analysis?

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They help in identifying and differentiating between individual fingerprints.

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What is an arch fingerprint pattern?

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A pattern where ridges enter from one side and exit the other, without any deltas.