Forensics Final Exam Review Part 1

Front

What type of fingerprint is characterized by ridges that enter from one side, loop around, and exit on the same side?

Back

Radial Loop

Front

What term describes a person who has been harmed, injured, or killed as a result of a crime?

Back

Victim

Front

What is the field that applies a broad range of sciences to answer legal questions?

Back

Forensic Science

Front

True or False: The ridges on your fingertips remain unchanged throughout your life.

Back

True

Front

What are the key steps involved in processing a crime scene?

Back

Collecting evidence, sketching the scene, taking pictures, interviewing suspects, and examining the scene.

Front

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

Back

Whorl

Front

What is the term for the person suspected of committing a crime?

Back

Suspect

Front

What is the primary purpose of forensic science?

Back

To apply scientific methods to solve crimes and legal issues.

Front

What is the significance of fingerprint analysis in forensic investigations?

Back

It helps to identify individuals based on unique patterns.

Front

What is the difference between a radial loop and an ulnar loop in fingerprint patterns?

Back

A radial loop opens towards the thumb (radial side), while an ulnar loop opens towards the little finger (ulnar side).