Developing Fingerprints on Porous Surfaces

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In this exercise you will determine the effects of water on latent prints.

  • Take a drinking glass and handle it, making sure to leave fingerprint impressions on it.
  • Immerse the glass in water for several hours.
  • After a significant length of time, visually examine the glass and see if you can still see your fingerprints.
  • Attempt this in a variety of conditions such as hot water, cold water, soapy water, or salt water.
  • Keep notes on your results under each condition.
  • Hypothesize reasons for similar and dissimilar results under the varying conditions.
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