Lecture 8 - Fingerprint classification Flashcards
What are the typical characteristics of an ulnar loop fingerprint?
Ridges enter and exit on the side towards the little finger
What are the typical characteristics of a loop fingerprint?
One or more ridges that enter and exit on the same side of the print
What are the typical characteristics of a radial loop fingerprint?
Ridges enter and exit on the side towards the thumb
What are the typical characteristics of an arch fingerprint?
Ridges enter on one side of the print and exit on the other
What are the typical characteristics of a central pocket whorl fingerprint?
One or more ridges and two deltas making a complete circuit, no pattern in the inner area is touched by the deltas
What are the typical characteristics of a plain whorl fingerprint?
Two deltas and a line between the deltas goes through the central pocket
What are the typical characteristics of an accidental whorl fingerprint?
Combination of two or more patterns
What numerical values is given to prints with arches and loops?
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