Forensics Unit 5 Fingerprints

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What are minutiae in the context of fingerprints?

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Small unique markings on fingerprints that are used for identification.

Front

What is Livescan?

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An inkless, digital fingerprinting process that submits fingerprints electronically to the State Police and/or FBI.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a common fingerprint pattern: Spiral, Arch, Whorl, Loop?

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Spiral is NOT a common fingerprint pattern.

Front

What accuracy does AFIS create for point value matching?

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99% accuracy.

Front

What is a latent print?

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A fingerprint made by the deposit of oils and/or perspiration that is not readily visible to the human eye under normal lighting conditions.

Front

Define visible print.

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A fingerprint that is easily seen, often made by the transfer of ink or other substances.

Front

What are the three main types of fingerprint patterns?

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Arch, Loop, and Whorl.

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What is the purpose of AFIS?

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To automate the process of fingerprint identification and matching.

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Explain the term 'ridge' in fingerprint analysis.

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Ridges are the raised lines on the surface of a fingerprint that form patterns.

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What is the significance of fingerprint analysis in forensics?

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Fingerprint analysis is crucial for identifying individuals and linking them to crime scenes.