Fingerprints A quiz testing the use of finger prints in a forensic examination using different procedures. Polyphobiaa published on April 09, 20122 responses 0 « Previous Next » Questions in vertical order 1/6 Which 4 of these statements apply to Flake powder? Hint: 4 choices Applied with a Zephyr brush Best used on smooth surfaces The fingerprint is photographed Made up of large spherical grains Common type is aluminium but can also come in brass In either black or white coloured powder Best used on grainy surfaces Applied using a soft animal hair brush Applied with a magnetic wand Lifted with a low-tack adhesive tape 2/6 Name the type of fingerprint that can only be found with further investigation. Latent Visible 3/6 While examining a scene when a good source of light is found what should the investigator do next? Alter the angle of light Keep the light in the same angle at all times Shine the light from far away 4/6 Name the type of fingerprint that can be impressed or may be a transfer mark. Latent Visible 5/6 Which of these statements apply to magnetic powder. Hint: 3 choices Applied with a Zephyr brush Contains Iron Best used on grainy surfaces Applied with a magnetic wand Available as granular powder only Available as flake powder only Available as flake and granular powder 6/6 Which 5 of these statements apply to Granular powder? Hint: 5 choices Applied with a Zephyr brush Best used on smooth surfaces The fingerprint is photographed Made up of large spherical grains Common type is aluminium but can also come in brass In either black or white coloured powder Best used on grainy surfaces Applied using a soft animal hair brush Applied with a magnetic wand Lifted with a low-tack adhesive tape
