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Which of the following best describes a 'bifurcation' in the context of fingerprint analysis?
Which of the following best describes a 'bifurcation' in the context of fingerprint analysis?
- A small, isolated dot within a fingerprint ridge.
- The end point of a fingerprint ridge.
- A point where a ridge divides or forks into two branches. (correct)
- A closed loop formed by a ridge.
What is the primary characteristic of a 'loop' fingerprint pattern?
What is the primary characteristic of a 'loop' fingerprint pattern?
- Ridges enter and exit on the same side. (correct)
- Ridges form concentric circles or spirals.
- Ridges rise in the center creating a wave.
- Ridges enter from one side and exit on the opposite side.
The 'delta' in a fingerprint analysis refers to which of the following features?
The 'delta' in a fingerprint analysis refers to which of the following features?
- The point where two type lines diverge. (correct)
- A fork-like division in a ridge.
- The terminating point of a ridge.
- The central point of a loop pattern.
Which individual is credited with developing the first systematic method for personal identification?
Which individual is credited with developing the first systematic method for personal identification?
Which term describes a fingerprint pattern where the ridges rise and fall smoothly, forming a wave-like pattern?
Which term describes a fingerprint pattern where the ridges rise and fall smoothly, forming a wave-like pattern?
What was the primary method of personal identification used in the Bertillion system?
What was the primary method of personal identification used in the Bertillion system?
What is the key difference between a 'radial loop' and an 'ulnar loop'?
What is the key difference between a 'radial loop' and an 'ulnar loop'?
Which event highlighted the limitations of the Bertillion system over fingerprinting?
Which event highlighted the limitations of the Bertillion system over fingerprinting?
In fingerprint classification, what is the significance of 'minutiae'?
In fingerprint classification, what is the significance of 'minutiae'?
Which part of the skin primarily determines the ridge patterns that make up fingerprints?
Which part of the skin primarily determines the ridge patterns that make up fingerprints?
What contribution did Francis Galton make to the field of fingerprint analysis?
What contribution did Francis Galton make to the field of fingerprint analysis?
What does the term 'minutiae' refer to in fingerprint analysis?
What does the term 'minutiae' refer to in fingerprint analysis?
What does Level 3 Comparison in fingerprint analysis primarily focus on?
What does Level 3 Comparison in fingerprint analysis primarily focus on?
What is the purpose of 'type lines' in fingerprint analysis?
What is the purpose of 'type lines' in fingerprint analysis?
Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels and is located directly beneath the outer layer?
Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels and is located directly beneath the outer layer?
What is the 'ACE-V' method used for in fingerprint analysis?
What is the 'ACE-V' method used for in fingerprint analysis?
Which system integrates the IAFIS to improve fingerprint identification capabilities?
Which system integrates the IAFIS to improve fingerprint identification capabilities?
What type of fingerprints are generally made visible by colored materials?
What type of fingerprints are generally made visible by colored materials?
At which level of fingerprint comparison are general ridge flow and pattern configurations analyzed?
At which level of fingerprint comparison are general ridge flow and pattern configurations analyzed?
Which of the following surfaces usually requires chemical treatment for latent print development?
Which of the following surfaces usually requires chemical treatment for latent print development?
What is the purpose of using aluminum dust, also known as gray powder, in fingerprint development?
What is the purpose of using aluminum dust, also known as gray powder, in fingerprint development?
What is the primary function of a fuming chamber?
What is the primary function of a fuming chamber?
Which method involves using adhesive tape to preserve developed fingerprints?
Which method involves using adhesive tape to preserve developed fingerprints?
What is the process of improving the quality of fingerprints for enhanced analysis called?
What is the process of improving the quality of fingerprints for enhanced analysis called?
Flashcards
AFIS
AFIS
Automated Fingerprint Identification System for digital processing.
IAFIS
IAFIS
Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System by the FBI.
Latent Fingerprints
Latent Fingerprints
Invisible prints left by perspiration and oils.
Porous Surfaces
Porous Surfaces
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Powder Development
Powder Development
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Super Glue®
Super Glue®
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Lifting Prints
Lifting Prints
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Digital Imaging
Digital Imaging
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Alphonse Bertillion
Alphonse Bertillion
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Bertillion system
Bertillion system
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Fingerprint permanence
Fingerprint permanence
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Will West incident
Will West incident
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ACE-V
ACE-V
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Friction skin ridges
Friction skin ridges
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Ridge Characteristics
Ridge Characteristics
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Probability of identical fingerprints
Probability of identical fingerprints
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Ridge Patterns
Ridge Patterns
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Loop Pattern
Loop Pattern
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Whorls
Whorls
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Arches
Arches
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Bifurcations
Bifurcations
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Delta
Delta
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Primary Classification
Primary Classification
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Francis Galton
Francis Galton
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Study Notes
Fingerprint Basics & Ridge Patterns
- Fingerprint patterns are used for systematic classification.
- Minutiae are specific ridge characteristics that define fingerprint individuality.
- Friction ridges are unique skin configurations on fingers.
- Loop patterns have ridges looping back on themselves.
- Whorls have circular or spiral ridges.
- Arches are the least common pattern with ridges rising.
Types of Fingerprints
- Loops enter from one side and exit the same side.
- Ulnar loops open towards the little finger.
- Radial loops open towards the thumb.
- Whorls have circular or spiral ridges.
- Plain whorls are complete circular ridges.
- Central pocket loops have pocket-like formations.
- Double loops consist of two loops.
- Accidental whorls do not fit the other categories.
- Arches have ridges that rise and exit smoothly.
- Tented arches have sharp upthrusts or spikes.
Ridge Characteristics (Minutiae)
- Bifurcations are fork-like ridge patterns.
- Ridge endings are terminating points of ridges.
- Ridge dots are small dots within ridges.
- Enclosures are ridges forming closed loops.
- Type lines encircle loop patterns.
- Deltas are where type lines diverge.
- Cores are approximate centers of loop patterns.
Fingerprint Classification & Systems
- Systematic classification organizes fingerprints based on ridge patterns.
- Fingerprint classifications are into loops, arches, and whorls.
- Primary classification divides fingerprints into 1,024 groups using fractions.
Fingerprint Permanence & Probability
- Fingerprints remain unchanged throughout a person's life.
- No two individuals have identical fingerprints.
- There's an extremely low chance of encountering identical fingerprints.
Skin & Biological Aspects
- Epidermis is the outer skin layer.
- Dermis is the inner skin layer, containing blood vessels.
- Dermal papillae determine ridge patterns.
- Friction skin ridges create fingerprints.
- Sweat glands release perspiration.
Fingerprint Identification & Analysis
- Ridge characteristics are features for fingerprint matching.
- Point-by-point comparison is used to prove identity in court.
- ACE-V is a four-step process for fingerprint analysis.
- Analysis- identifies comparison points and external factors.
- Comparison- evaluates questioned prints at multiple levels.
- Evaluation- determines a conclusion from comparisons.
- Verification- a second examiner confirms the conclusion.
- Level 1 comparison is based on ridge flows and pattern configurations.
- Level 2 comparison locates and compares ridge characteristics or minutiae.
- Level 3 comparison analyzes ridge pores, breaks, and permanent minutiae.
Automated Fingerprint Systems
- AFIS is an Automated Fingerprint Identification System for digital processing.
- IAFIS is the Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System by the FBI.
- NGI integrates systems like IAFIS.
- Digital minutiae show ridge endings and bifurcations.
Crime Scene Fingerprint Processing
- Latent fingerprints are invisible prints left by perspiration and oils.
- Visible prints are made visible by colored materials.
- Plastic prints are ridge impressions on soft materials.
- Porous surfaces require chemical treatment for prints.
- Nonporous surfaces need powder for print development.
Fingerprint Development Techniques
- Fingerprint powders visualize prints on nonabsorbent surfaces.
- Super Glue® uses cyanoacrylate for latent print development.
- Fuming chambers contain super glue fumes.
Fingerprint Preservation & Documentation
- Print preservation protects and documents latent fingerprints.
- Lifting prints preserves them using adhesive tape.
- Digital imaging converts pictures into files for analysis.
- Image enhancement improves quality for better analysis.
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