Fingerprint Review Flashcard

Front

Which layer of skin do fingerprints arise?

Back

Dermal papillae

Front

What is this print? (Options: Accidental whorl, tented arch, plain whorl, loop)

Back

Accidental whorl

Front

Name this minutiae type (Options: Sludge, Island (dot), Bifurcation (fork), Pore)

Back

Island (dot)

Front

The science of ridge analysis is known as? (Options: Ridgeology, Dactology, Dactyloscopy, Ridgeoscopy)

Back

Ridgeology

Front

Minutiae type? (Options: Short ridge (or island or point), Bifurcation (or fork), Hook (or spur), Delta)

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Short ridge (or island or point)

Front

What are fingerprints?

Back

Unique patterns of ridges and valleys on the skin of fingers.

Front

What is the purpose of fingerprints?

Back

To provide grip and enhance tactile sensitivity.

Front

What are the three main types of fingerprint patterns?

Back

Loops, whorls, and arches.

Front

What is a loop fingerprint?

Back

A fingerprint pattern that enters from one side, curves around, and exits the same side.

Front

What is a whorl fingerprint?

Back

A fingerprint pattern that has circular or spiral ridges.