Surprising facts about fingerprints, and why we even have them
Did you know any of these fingerprint facts?
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Most people associate fingerprints with crime scenes and solving mysteries, yet they've been with you since before you were born. But how much do you really know about those unique lines and ridges? And why do we even have fingerprints in the first place? A fascinating aspect of the human body, fingerprints are far more than just a means of personal identification—they're a testament to the extraordinary intricacies of human biology and evolution.
Intrigued? Click on for some surprising facts about fingerprints.
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