Hurumanu - fingerprints

Forensic Science

Definition:

The application of scientific methods and techniques to matters under investigation by a court of law.

5 Forensic Science topics;

1.  White powder
2.  Fingerprints
3.  D.N.A
4.  Fibres
5. Ballistics

    

Fingerprints

Fingerprint characteristics

Aim: To look at the different types of fingerprints.

Materials: 

1.   Inkpad
2.   balloon
3.   thumb and index finger

Steps

1.   Lightly roll your finger on the ink pad
2.   Grab your finger and press lightly on to your balloon
3.   Blow up the balloon small
4.    See what fingerprint is yours
5.   Throw it in the bin

Insert two pictures here of your fingerprints

Ink prints

Thumbprint	Index fingerprint
Loops	Loops

Record the types of fingerprints from those in your group.

Name	Fingerprint 1 (Thumb)	Fingerprint 2 (index finger)
Me	Loops	Loops
Mikayla	Loops	Loops
Maia	Loops	Loops