PBS 1.1.4 Fingerprint Minutiae Practice

What is the minutiae type named 'bridge'?

What is the minutiae type named 'short ridge'?

What is the minutiae type named 'dot'?

What is the minutiae type named 'fork'?

What is the minutiae type named 'delta'?

What is the minutiae type named 'hook'?

What is the minutiae type named 'double fork'?

What is the minutiae type named 'triple fork'?

What is the minutiae type named 'ending ridge'?

Fingerprint Minutiae Types

Bridge: A ridge that connects two other ridges; often signifies continuation.
Short Ridge: A ridge that is significantly shorter than typical fingerprint ridges.
Dot: A very small ridge or point, often appearing as a singular dot in the fingerprint.
Fork: A ridge that splits into two, creating a branching point in the fingerprint pattern.
Delta: A triangular region found in fingerprints, typically where ridge patterns diverge.
Hook: A ridge that ends in a curve, resembling a hook shape.
Double Fork: A branching ridge that splits into two forks; more complex bifurcation.
Triple Fork: Similar to a double fork, but splits into three distinct paths.
Ending Ridge: A ridge that terminates without branching; provides endpoint distinctions.

Repeated Minutiae

Bridge, Short Ridge, Dot, Fork, Delta, Hook, Ending Ridge, Double Fork, and Triple Fork are frequently mentioned; each type is essential for unique fingerprint identification.

Test your knowledge of fingerprint minutiae types with this flashcard quiz. Each card presents a term related to fingerprint identification, asking you to recognize and name the minutiae. Perfect for students in forensic science or criminal justice fields.