Forensic Science Warm-up 2021

Forensic Science

Warm-Up 2021

Before we begin, check out some of these prints:

Here is another historical example:

Ok...now get ready for some Questions!

Multiple Choice

Which type of fingerprint cannot be seen the naked eye?

• molded fingerprint

• latent fingerprint

• visible fingerprint

• plastic fingerprint

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of fingerprints are more likely to be found impressed in soft wax? 

• visible
• latent
• hidden 
• plastic

Review the types of prints:

• Visible (Patent

• Plastic/Molded

• Latent

Multiple Choice

65% of the population has this type of pattern

• loops
• whorls
• arches
• ripples

Review last Question:

How many in average population have Arches? Whorls

Multiple Choice

The image was taken from the right hand. What type of loop is it?

• Radial

• Ulnar

• Humerus

• Metacarpal

Review Types of Loops:

• Remember this pertains to your forearm bones (radius & ulna)

• Does the loop open toward Thumb or Pinky finger?

• Radial (Loop opens toward Thumb)

• Ulna (Loop opens toward Pinky)

Multiple Choice

Name this print from the right hand

• accidental whorl

• central pocket

• plain whorl

• teneted arch

Multiple Choice

Classify the print (left hand)

• Tented Arch

• Radial Loop

• Plain Arch

• Central Pocket Loop

If you missed any of these questions....

review the Lecture on the next slide!

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