Basics Of Fingerprint Physiology

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    What is the outer layer of the skin called?

    • Epidermis
    • Dermis
    • Subcutaneous
    • Fatty tissue
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Explore the Basics of Fingerprint Physiology in this engaging quiz. Learn about the epidermis, the unique patterns of friction ridges, and identify key features like arches, bridges, and bifurcations. Enhance your understanding of dermatoglyphics, crucial for forensic analysis.

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  • 2. 

    What is another name for fingerprints?

    • Furrows

    • Mosaic

    • Friction ridges

    • Rough skin

    Correct Answer
    A. Friction ridges
    Explanation
    Another name for fingerprints is friction ridges.

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  • 3. 

    What is the name for this secondary characteristic?

    • H intersection

    • Bridge

    • Arch

    • Island

    Correct Answer
    A. Bridge
    Explanation
    A bridge connects to ridge lines.

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  • 4. 

    Which one is an arch?

    • A

    • B

    • C

    • None are arches

    Correct Answer
    A. A
    Explanation
    The correct answer is A because an arch is a curved structure that spans an opening, and option A is the only one that resembles a curved shape. Options B and C are straight lines, which do not meet the criteria of an arch. The statement "None are arches" is incorrect as option A can be identified as an arch.

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    What is this secondary characteristic called?

    • It is called a fork or a bifurcation.

    • It is called a split or a bifurcation.

    • It is called a split or a fork.

    • It is called a split or an intersection

    Correct Answer
    A. It is called a fork or a bifurcation.
    Explanation
    The secondary characteristic being referred to in this question is a fork or a bifurcation. This term is used to describe a division or splitting into two separate paths or branches.

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