Fingerprints

What are those markings on our fingers called?

• Identification patterns

• Patterns of imprints

• Friction Ridges

• Covering markings

What are the purposes of friction ridges?

• So we can identify criminals

• Were needed when we were cavemen

• So we can hold on to objects

• To stimulate others when we touch them

Which type of fingerprint pattern is the rarest?

• Whorls

• Loops

• Arches

• Circles

Which fingerprint pattern is the most common?

• Whorls

• Arches

• Loops

• Circles

Do these cute identical twins have the same fingerprints?

• True

• False

What will happen if I use acid to destroy the fingerprints on my skin?

• The fingerprints will grow back differently

• The fingerprints will grow back the same

• The skin on my fingers will be smooth

• I will lose all my finger tips

Mistakes are never made identifying fingerprints.

• True

• False

What type of fingerprint is this?

• Plain Arch

• Tented Arch

• Accidental Whorl

• Radial Loop

What type of fingerprint is this?

• Central Pocket Whorl

• Plain Whorl

• Accidental Whorl

• Double Loop Whorl

What type of fingerprint is this?

• Tented Arch

• Whorl

• Loop

• Plain Whorl