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Elaine G
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Elaine G asked in Science & MathematicsOther - Science · 9 years ago

I know fingerprints are unique to each individual?

But are they unique to each FINGER? (is the right thumb identical to the left thumb, ect) I wanted to do a report on fingerprints for a investigations class

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  • Donut Tim
    Lv 7
    9 years ago
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    Yes, unique to each finger. The prints on each of your fingers is different. Although the placement of some features such as whorls may be similar, there are many differences.

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    Source(s): This info from a friend that worked in fingerprinting with the FBI.
  • Ted C
    Lv 6
    9 years ago

    I imagine they will be "opposite hand" - or should I say opposite thumb, i.e. mirror image.

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