Lifting and Analyzing Fingerprints

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic types of fingerprint patterns?

• loops
• spirals
• whorls
• arches

Multiple Choice

How do you permanently erase fingerprints?

• You can use chemicals.

• You can use sandpaper.

• You can only erase them temporarily, they will grow back.

• If you have skin problems, they will be erased.

Multiple Choice

Which 1930 gangster attempted to dissolve his fingerprints?

• John Dillinger

• Bugsy Siegal

• William Hamm

Multiple Choice

What causes fingerprints to be left behind when we touch things?

• the dust on the things we touch
• the smoothness of the surfaces we touch
• the natural oils on skin
• the moisture in the atmosphere

Match

Match the following

• Patent/Visible

• Plastic/Impressions

• Latent

can be seen with the naked eye

left on a soft material, like putty

invisible prints left by clear oils

• can be seen with the naked eye

• left on a soft material, like putty

• invisible prints left by clear oils