Fingerprint Identification Overview
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Fingerprint Identification Overview

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If the Ridge count of the Ring finger is 16, what is the symbol for purposes of the Sub-Secondary Classification?

  • I
  • M
  • L
  • O (correct)

    • Which method of personal identification is characterized by comparison?

  • Ordinary means
  • Scientific means (correct)
  • Deduction
  • Exclusion

    • What is the principle that describes the phrase 'the fingerprints of a person will be carried from womb to tomb'?

  • Principle of infallibility
  • Principle of permanency (correct)
  • All of these
  • Principle of individuality

    • Which of the following statements is not true regarding the value of fingerprinting?

    <p>Prevents criminal substitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of sweat gland is found underneath fingerprint patterns?

    <p>Eccrine gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about fingerprint examination is inaccurate?

    <p>Only one correct method exists for fingerprint analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When fingerprint examiners conduct analysis, what is essential for reliability?

    <p>First Level Detail establishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does the term 'Dactyloscopy' refer to?

    <p>Study of fingerprints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body fluids are routinely tested due to their ability to provide cells?

    <p>Saliva and tears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary substance found in glass?

    <p>Silica</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If nitrites are present and the diphenylamine reagent turns blue, what conclusion can be drawn?

    <p>It was fired recently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In blood grouping, if both anti serum A and anti serum B cause clumping, what is the blood group?

    <p>Group AB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor in establishing the positive identification of a fingerprint?

    <p>Only Part of the Fingerprint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of fingerprint terminology, what does the acronym ACE-V stand for?

    <p>Analysis, Comparison, Evaluation, Verification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the condition called when semen is present without spermatozoa in young men?

    <p>Azoospermia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What encloses the pattern areas of loops and whorls in a fingerprint?

    <p>Both diverging and converging ridges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the branch of science that deals with the quantity of medicine administered over time?

    <p>Posology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color results from a positive Barberio test?

    <p>Red Orange</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the space between the shoulders of a loop, free of any appendage, called?

    <p>Sufficient recurve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a pattern shows a series of bifurcation opening towards the core at the point of divergence, the bifurcation is chosen as the delta and is positioned where?

    <p>Nearest the core</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What analysis is used to determine if two glass samples are common?

    <p>X-ray diffraction Analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements regarding twins and fingerprints is incorrect?

    <p>Monozygotic twins possess identical fingerprints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily indicated by the uniqueness of formations in fingerprints?

    <p>The patterns that can differ among individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Galton's details in fingerprint analysis?

    <p>They are significant in pattern analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pattern possesses an angle and two of the three basic characteristics of a loop?

    <p>Tented arch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the process of lifting a latent fingerprint from a crime scene?

    <p>Photographing the fingerprint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of print is created by rolling the ten fingers of a subject on a fingerprint card?

    <p>Rolled impression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most vital information necessary to locate a missing person?

    <p>Physical description</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In determining the identity of a badly mutilated body found in a river, which means of identification is least dependable?

    <p>Fingerprints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What identification method was discovered by Prof. Alec Jeffreys in 1985?

    <p>DNA fingerprinting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The identification of two impressions can be established primarily through:

    <p>Comparison of ridge patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of prints are consciously left by an individual?

    <p>Visible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of blood when it is exposed to the atmosphere?

    <p>Reddish-brown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal rate of growth of human hair per day?

    <p>0.5 to 0.6 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what mode of administration can poison be absorbed most rapidly?

    <p>Injection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the examination procedure called that identifies firearms-related evidence using DPA solution?

    <p>Fluorescence examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which solution is typically used in the restoration of serial numbers?

    <p>Etching solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main divisions of fiber in textiles?

    <p>Animal and Plant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What branch of science deals with the form and quantity of medicine to be administered?

    <p>Posology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a document examiner in terms of document analysis?

    <p>To determine the age and handwriting of documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fingerprint Identification

    • The clarity of impressions can influence fingerprint identification.
    • Fingerprint examiners' experience plays a vital role in identification.
    • Only a part of the fingerprint is needed for identification through the uniqueness of formations.
    • In fingerprint terminology, ACE-V refers to Analysis, Comparison, Evaluation, and Verification.
    • Monozygotic twins share identical DNA but have unique fingerprints.
    • Dactyloscopy is a system of personal identification using fingerprints.
    • The principle of permanence in fingerprints refers to them remaining unchanged from the womb to the tomb.
    • Fingerprint analysis can be used both to identify perpetrators and provide evidence in investigations.
    • Subcutaneous glands secrete sweat that leaves fingerprints.
    • Tracing ridges on a fingerprint helps identify specific patterns, such as loops and whorls
    • The type line is the ridge that separates patterns.
    • The delta is the point where a pattern's type line diverges towards the core, providing crucial information about the pattern.

    Fingerprint Patterns

    • Loops, whorls, and arches are common patterns found in fingerprints.
    • The loop pattern has diverging and converging ridges that enclose the pattern area.
    • The space between the shoulders of a loop, free of any appendage, is known as the "sufficient recurve."

    Latent Fingerprints

    • Latent fingerprints are invisible impressions that are found at crime scenes
    • Powder is applied to latent fingerprints at a crime scene to make them visible.
    • The process of lifting a latent fingerprint involves securing the area, photographing it, and applying powder.

    Missing Persons

    • Physical descriptions, clinical history, and personal traits are vital information for locating a missing person.

    Identification of Unknown Dead Bodies

    • When identifying an unknown dead body, fingerprints are the most dependable method.
    • Scars and tattoos can also be used for identification, but body measurements may be less reliable.

    General Forensic Information

    • Blood grouping uses antibodies (anti-A, anti-B) to determine blood types:
      • A reaction to both anti Serum A and B indicates Type AB blood
      • No reaction to either anti Serum A or B indicates Type O blood
      • A reaction only to anti Serum A indicates Type A blood
      • A reaction only to anti Serum B indicates Type B blood
    • The chemical substance found in all cells, passed down from parents to children, is DNA.
    • The rate of human hair growth is approximately 0.4 to 0.5 mm per day.
    • The tips of hair can be examined to determine if they were cut, bent, or folded.

    Poisoning

    • Poison can be rapidly absorbed through the modes of administration, including oral, anal, inhalation, and injection.
    • The presence of nitrite in a firearm can be detected through the diphenylamine reagent, which turns blue when exposed to recent firing.
    • Posology is the study that deals with the form and quantity of medicine within a certain time.

    Forensic Firearms

    • DPA solution is used to identify a person who fired a gun.
    • Blue specs and tailing are indicators of a positive result for DPA solution.

    Evidence Collection and Preservation

    • Evidence must be properly preserved in a way that prevents its degradation.
    • To maintain the integrity of the evidence, it should be collected and stored in a manner that minimizes contamination, loss or damage.
    • Proper packaging and labeling of evidence are critical for chain of custody.
    • The primary purpose of proper evidence preservation is to ensure that the evidence can be presented in court.

    Document Examination

    • Document examiners use scientific methods to determine the age and authenticity of a document.
    • This analysis can be destructive, due to the application of chemicals.

    Fiber Analysis

    • Fiber analysis is the study of textile fibers.
    • There are two main types of fibers: animal and plant.

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    Explore the fascinating world of fingerprint identification in this quiz. Learn about the importance of clarity, examiner experience, and the unique characteristics of fingerprints. This quiz also covers key concepts like the ACE-V methodology and the principles of dactyloscopy.

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