Assignment:
Introduction
Embryological development of friction ridge skin is a key element in the uniqueness of the features observed in the impressions used for friction ridge comparative science. Understanding how the skin develops along with its morphology aids latent print examiners in explaining the two fundamentals of the comparative science of friction ridge analysis: uniqueness and permanence.
Required Reading:
Maceo, A. (2011). "Anatomy and Physiology of Adult Friction Ridge Skin."
Wertheim, K. (2011). "Embryology and Morphology Friction Ridge Skin."
Objectives
• Understand the stages of fetal growth and friction ridge development throughout these stages
• Understand how volar pad development and shape affects the resulting fingerprint patterns
• Understand the difference between primary and secondary friction ridges
• Understand the development of friction ridge minutiae features
• Be able to identify the different layers of skin and their function
• Explain how genetics affects friction ridge features
• Comprehend the functions of skin
Assignment
You must answer both questions for full credit.
1) Give an example of and explain how skin diseases affect friction ridge skin.
2) In no less than 500 words: explain how genetics and the in-utero environment affect friction ridge skin development.
Attachment:- Embryological Development of Friction Ridge Skin.rar