Basics Of Fingerprint Physiology

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1.

What is the outer layer of the skin called?
- A.
  
  Epidermis
- B.
  
  Dermis
- C.
  
  Subcutaneous
- D.
  
  Fatty tissue
Correct Answer
A. Epidermis

Explanation
“Epi” means “upper”. Epidermis is the outer layer of the skin.

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2.

What is another name for fingerprints?
- A.
  
  Furrows
- B.
  
  Mosaic
- C.
  
  Friction ridges
- D.
  
  Rough skin
Correct Answer
C. Friction ridges

Explanation
Another name for fingerprints is friction ridges.

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3.

Which one is an arch?
- A.
  
  A
- B.
  
  B
- C.
  
  C
- D.
  
  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 the name for this secondary characteristic?
- A.
  
  H intersection
- B.
  
  Bridge
- C.
  
  Arch
- D.
  
  Island
Correct Answer
B. Bridge

Explanation
A bridge connects to ridge lines.

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What is this secondary characteristic called?
- A.
  
  It is called a fork or a bifurcation.
- B.
  
  It is called a split or a bifurcation.
- C.
  
  It is called a split or a fork.
- D.
  
  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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Basics Of Fingerprint Physiology

What is the outer layer of the skin called?

What is another name for fingerprints?

Which one is an arch?

What is the name for this secondary characteristic?

What is this secondary characteristic called?