Fingerprints

Front

What is a triangular ridge pattern on a fingerprint?

Back

Delta

Front

What is the term for the combination of details in the shapes and positions of ridges in fingerprints that make each unique?

Back

Minutiae

Front

What type of evidence is used to imply a fact but not prove it directly?

Back

Circumstantial evidence

Front

What is an invisible fingerprint made visible through the use of powders or forensic techniques?

Back

Latent fingerprint

Front

What is a fingerprint pattern in which the ridge pattern enters and exits on the same side?

Back

Loop

Front

What is the term for a fingerprint pattern that has ridges that form a complete circuit?

Back

Whorl

Front

What is the central core of a fingerprint pattern called?

Back

Core

Front

What type of fingerprint is left on a surface when a finger with moisture or oil touches it?

Back

Patent fingerprint

Front

What is the term for the study of fingerprints for identification purposes?

Back

Dactyloscopy

Front

What is the primary purpose of fingerprint analysis in forensic science?

Back

To identify individuals based on unique ridge patterns.