Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Types of Fingerprints


Latent: Latent fingerprints are formed by a combination of water, salt, amino acids and oils contained in sweatand must be developed before they can be seen.These type of fingerprints are the only type that cannot be seen by the naked eye, however, they can be made visable through the techniques of dusting, fuming, or usage of chemical reagents.
Plastic: Plastic prints, also known as impressed prints are left in pliable surfaces such as clay or paint. These fingerprints require no development in order to be photographed or viewed.
Direct: Direct fingerprints are formed when a substances comes in contact with the skin of the finger as the finger touches a smooth surface. This type of fingerprint leaves a clear pattern of ridges that can be seen without development of any kind. Blood is a great example of a substance can be used to produce a direct fingerprint.

1 comment:

  1. WOw. Great Job! i enjoyed reading this post on the 3 different types of fingerprints. You were flat out and to the point, and i absolutely loved the pictures!!!! Keep up the good work!

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