Fingerprints - What do you know?

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What is Ridgeology?

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The study of the uniqueness of the raised fingerprint structures.

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When are fingerprints formed?

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During fetal development.

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What is a Delta in fingerprint analysis?

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A point in a fingerprint where ridge lines diverge.

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Why are fingerprints useful for police investigations?

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Nobody has the same fingerprints, making them unique identifiers.

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What are Minutiae in fingerprint analysis?

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Detailed ridge characteristics used to help identify fingerprints.

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What is the purpose of fingerprint analysis?

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To identify individuals based on the unique patterns of their fingerprints.

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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 core in fingerprint analysis?

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The central part of a fingerprint pattern.

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How do fingerprints change over time?

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Fingerprints do not change; they remain the same throughout a person's life.

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What is the significance of the term 'minutiae'?

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Minutiae refer to the specific ridge characteristics that help in fingerprint identification.