dermatoglyphic

• Substantivo que designa os padrões formados por cristas e sulcos na pele, especialmente nas pontas dos dedos, palmas das mãos e plantas dos pés.

A noun referring to the patterns of ridges and lines on the skin, particularly on the fingertips, palms, and soles of the feet.

1. Skin ridge patternsC2formal

   The study or patterns of the fine ridges on the skin, particularly on the fingertips, palms, and soles of the feet.

   Dermatoglifia

   • Dermatoglyphic analysis is used in forensic science to identify individuals.
   • The unique dermatoglyphic patterns on our fingers are formed before birth.
   • Researchers study dermatoglyphics to understand genetic conditions.