Question:
In fingerprints study, it refers to the canal-like impression found between the ridges. It is called?
Answer:
The correct answer is Furrows.
Rationalization:
In the study of fingerprints, the patterns consist of raised areas called ridges and depressions between them called furrows. Furrows are the canal-like impressions that separate the ridges and provide the characteristic patterns seen in fingerprints. These ridges and furrows together create unique patterns that are essential for individual identification in forensic science.
Ridges: These are the raised portions of the fingerprint pattern.
Furrows: These are the canal-like impressions or depressions found between the ridges.
Arch: Refers to a fingerprint pattern type, not a feature between ridges.
Dust: Not related to fingerprint structure but might refer to fingerprint powder used in lifting latent prints.