Personal Identification Techniques History Quiz
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What is the approximate thickness of the Malpighian layer?

  • 1.8mm (correct)
  • 1.5mm
  • 1.3mm
  • 2.0mm

    • Who is known as the father of 'Mug Shot' photography?

  • Malphigi
  • Marcelo Malpighi
  • Alphonse Bertillion (correct)
  • De Externo Tactus Organo

    • Which professor published a book entitled 'De Externo Tactus Organo'?

  • A professor of anatomy in the university of Bologna, Italy
  • Marcelo Malpighi (correct)
  • E.M.D
  • Alphonse Bertillion

    • Who originated the term 'Loops and Spiral' and for what specific purpose?

    <p>Marcelo Malpighi for individual identification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist described the ridges found on the palmar surface of the hand and their diverse designs?

    <p>Marcelo Malpighi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of forensic dactyloscopy?

    <p>To serve as evidence for identification of criminals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an early evidence of the use of fingerprints for personal identification?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with the official use of fingerprints for identification in 1858?

    <p>William James Herschel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the formal study of fingerprint science begin?

    <p>During the 17th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial use of fingerprints by William James Herschel in India?

    <p>Prevent fraudulent collection of army pay accounts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which ancient civilization were clay seals bearing thumbprints found as evidence of early use of fingerprint for identification?

    <p>Chinese civilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the British chief administrative officer who gained official use of fingerprints in India in 1858 to prevent fraudulent collection of army pay accounts?

    <p>William James Herschel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to refer to the practical application of fingerprint for making identifications through comparison and classification of fingerprints?

    <p>Forensic Dactyloscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of using fingerprints according to the text?

    <p>To speedily identify wrongdoers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the formal study of fingerprint science begin?

    <p>As early as 1686</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of personal identification in criminal cases?

    <p>To establish the identity of the offender and the victim to ensure proper legal proceedings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist is credited with originating the first scientific method of personal identification?

    <p>Alphonse Bertillon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Marcelo Malpighi's contribution to personal identification?

    <p>He discovered the inner and outer structure of the skin, including the Malpighian layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial scientific method of personal identification used by Alphonse Bertillon?

    <p>Comparison with standard specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for identifying missing persons or presumed dead individuals, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>To resolve anxiety of next-of-kin about victims of calamity or crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Malpighian Layer

    • The Malpighian layer is approximately 0.1 mm thick.

    Father of 'Mug Shot' Photography

    • Alphonse Bertillon is considered the father of 'Mug Shot' photography.

    'De Externo Tactus Organo'

    • Professor Marcelo Malpighi published the book 'De Externo Tactus Organo' in 1686.

    'Loops and Spiral'

    • The term 'Loops and Spiral' was originated by Sir Francis Galton in 1892 to describe fingerprint patterns.

    Diverse Designs on the Palms

    • Dr. Nehemiah Grew in 1684 described the ridges found on the palmar surface of the hand and their diverse designs.

    Forensic Dactyloscopy

    • Forensic dactyloscopy is used to identify individuals using fingerprints.

    Early Evidence of Fingerprint Use

    • Clay seals bearing thumbprints found in ancient Mesopotamia are early evidence of fingerprint use for identification.

    William James Herschel

    • William James Herschel is credited with officially using fingerprints for identification in 1858.

    Formal Study of Fingerprint Science

    • The formal study of fingerprint science began in the late 19th century.

    Initial Use of Fingerprints

    • William James Herschel used fingerprints to prevent fraudulent collections of army pay accounts in India.

    British Chief Administrative Officer

    • Sir William Herschel, a British chief administrative officer, officially used fingerprints in India in 1858 to prevent fraudulent collection of army pay accounts.

    Practical Application of Fingerprints

    • Dactyloscopy refers to the practical application of fingerprints for making identifications through comparison and classification of fingerprints.

    Purpose of Using Fingerprints

    • Fingerprints were initially used to prevent fraud and identify individuals.

    Purpose of Personal Identification in Criminal Cases

    • The primary purpose of personal identification in criminal cases is to link a suspect to a crime scene.

    First Scientific Method of Personal Identification

    • Alphonse Bertillon developed the first scientific method of personal identification, known as anthropometry.

    Marcelo Malpighi's Contribution

    • Marcelo Malpighi's contribution to personal identification was his detailed description of the ridges and pores on the skin, laying the foundation for the study of dactyloscopy.

    Alphonse Bertillon's Method

    • Alphonse Bertillon's initial scientific method of personal identification involved measuring various body parts, such as head circumference, height, and arm spans.

    Identification of Missing or Deceased Individuals

    • Identifying missing persons or presumed dead individuals is done to provide closure to families and to help with insurance and legal matters.

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    Test your knowledge on the history of fingerprint science and personal identification techniques. Learn about the development of fingerprint science through the ages, including pre-historic Indian picture writing, ancient Babylonian clay tablets, and ancient Chinese thumbprints.

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