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Mark Angelo P. Aquino

Nonelyn Cesista
Group 2 Discussant
 LAB. 1: Narrative Report on
Developing Latent Print Using Black
Ink on the Right and Left Hand
 Laboratory!

The moment that I heard this word from my

teacher—that after the midterm exam we will face
another chapter of erudition that will enhance and
boost our learning in fingerprinting—I felt myriads of
emotions, knowing that this activity will be one of the
means that will determine our journey in this subject.
This first laboratory becomes our foundation because
we are supposed to find a partner with whom we will
be comfortable and never ashamed as we perform the
various activities.
 From this, before we executed the first
laboratory, we discussed the proper procedure and the
functions of the things that we are utilizing, as well as
the instances that we need to avoid while performing
our first laboratory. This discussion with our subject
teacher becomes critical on our part because, as first-
timers in the laboratory of fingerprinting, we should be
careful and informed about our actions so that we can
avoid wasting the materials.
 In line with this, we learned that the equipment
needed is the following: a fingerprint ink roller,
fingerprint ink, a cardholder and table, a glass slab or
inking plate, a slab and roller cleaner, and hand cleaning
materials. Apart from that, before doing the activity we
are also notified about the rules to observe in taking
legible fingerprint such as the cleanliness of
equipment/washing of hands before fingerprinting, the
right kind and correct amount of ink,
proper distribution of ink on the glass slab, the subject's
hands must be relaxed, proper distance of the subject
from the glass slab/proper alignment, even pressure to
be applied, the fingers must be rolled from one side to
the other, the inking and printing must reach the first
joint of the finger, the thumb must be rolled towards
the body and the other fingers away from the subject's
body, the subject's fingers must be controlled to prevent
twisting, and speed of the rolling finger.
 With this, after the comprehensive discussion, we
proceed to the proper laboratory, wherein we first write
down on the bond paper the important details that we
need to accomplish in getting the fingerprints of the right
and left fingers. After that, we wore the laboratory gown
as we are the second in line to do the fingerprinting, and it
was a mixed emotion knowing that we will be graded on
this task, which should be as faultless as possible.
 After the simultaneous procedure that we did with
my partner and ensuring that we efficiently and effectively
placed the fingerprint on paper, we washed our hands with
the handwashing soap to eliminate the fingerprint ink.
 Moreover, the first laboratory is not only limited to
putting the latent print on paper; after doing that, we are
tasked with identifying what kinds of patterns our subject has
on all their fingers, as well as opting to locate the delta and
core of each fingerprint. In line with this, we also did the ridge
tracing and ridge counting of all the patterns, and it was a job-
sharing arrangement between my partner and me because we
needed to be critical in counting and tracing to avoid errors in
identifying the fingerprint of our subject.
 In this portion of the activity, we invest a lot of
time and apply the trial-and-error method so that we
can get the exact number of ridges. On the other hand,
for my part, I was also challenged because the ridges of
my subject are very tiny, which is why I needed to make
another extra effort in counting and tracing her ridges.
 In addition, the following major divisions in fingerprint
classifications are: primary classification, secondary classification,
sub-secondary classification, major division, final classification,
and key classification. Wherein the classification formula is in
fractions for. Like mathematics, classification has a numerator
and denominator expressed in numerical values and variables.
Apart from that, classification is also paramount in order to have
a transparent understanding of the nature of the fingerprint.
 All in all, this first laboratory activity helped me
broaden my horizons in understanding the paramount use
of fingerprints in all aspects of our lives. It helps me to
ponder the fact that learning this subject requires effort,
action, and patience in order to succeed in identifying what
kind of fingerprint there is and its classification.
In addendum, this activity helps
me to build camaraderie
because in doing this task, you
must have a collaborative effort
with your partner because if
you have a distinct agenda in
finishing this task, surely you
will never create a positive
environment, and worst of all,
there will be no foundation of
learning and understanding.
Our Final Output in Laboratory 1
 LAB. 2: Narrative Report on
Identifying the latent print of our
classmate using Black Ink on the
Right Hand
 Tuesday, 7th of March, we conducted another laboratory
wherein we used the same materials that we used in our first
laboratory, a bond paper, fingerprint black ink, magnifying
glass, ink roller, and glass slab. Before starting the laboratory,
our professor comprehensively discussed to us what we would
do in this activity.
Thereafter, my partner and I went in front of the table
and started the activity wherein all we have to do was to
develop the palm print of each other, and so we did.
 We did the same process just like in our first laboratory
wherein we equally distributed the fingerprint black ink using
an ink roller in order to avoid unevenness of the ink the would
stick on our ridges, and slightly put my right hand on the glass
slab and gently pressed each finger and the back of the palm.
Mark Angelo, my partner guided and helped me with
developing my palm print and I did the same to him. After we
successfully developed each other’s palm prints, it was
submitted to our Professor, Ma’am Leliosa.
 After all of use developed our palm prints,
Ma’am Leliosa comprehensively discussed the next
step we must done, it was to get one palm print on
the table which were mixed with all the developed
palm prints of our classmates. After acquiring one,
we have to identify the patterns, to locate the core
and delta, to count the ridges, and to determine
whose palm print we acquired.
 Once I got a palm print, I immediately
started the task. I started first with counting the
ridges, but since there were only two magnifying
glasses, I have to identify first the patterns so I
wouldn’t waste time waiting my turn of using the
magnifying glass since someone was already using
it. I attentively identified the patterns of each
fingers because I think it is very important, most
especially that there was a finger whereby not
completely fingerprinted, therefore it got me
confused.
 When I got my turn to use the magnifying glass, I
focused on locating the core and delta and counting the ridges.
I have to be very careful in doing those because I might count
the ridges and locate the core and delta incorrectly. It was not
easy, it made my eyes hurt and made my head dizzy. The ridges
were not too compressed but counting it could still cause
dizziness, but I have to keep going because someone has to use
the magnifying glass. Patience is a must in doing this activity,
especially when you couldn’t find the delta, and counting the
ridges correctly.
 After repeatedly checking if I got it
correctly already, I started determining whose
palm print was it. Doing it was a challenging
experienced, we’re almost forty-five in our section
and I have to check all of them. Luckily, despite of
being busy in their own task, they still cooperate. I
was able to determine the owner of the palm print
I got.
 In conclusion, the activity we
carried out was challenging. Being able to
performed this was I think a great
experience for a reason that we aspire to
become law enforcement officers. We are
gaining more familiarity with the patterns,
ridge counting, and identification of core
and delta.
 This is augmenting our proficiency in fingerprint
analysis. In this day, I realized that determining the
owner of a fingerprint is not easy. The fact that
fingerprints will not always appears clearly, will surely
make it difficult for the investigator to identify its
possessor.
Our Final Output in Laboratory 2
 LAB. 3: Narrative Report on
Developing latent prints using DIY
Black Powder on the Right Thumb
 We touch things every day—a coffee cup, a car door, a
computer keyboard. Each time we do, it is likely that we
leave behind our unique signature—in our fingerprints.
No two people have the same fingerprints. Even
identical twins with identical DNA have different fingerprints.
This uniqueness allows fingerprints to be used in all sorts of
ways, including for background checks, biometric security,
mass disaster identification, and, of course, in criminal
situations.
 Fingerprint analysis has been used to identify
suspects and solve crimes for more than 100 years, and it
remains an extremely valuable tool for law enforcement.
One of the most important uses for fingerprints is to help
investigators link one crime scene to another involving the
same person. Fingerprint identification also helps
investigators track a criminal’s record, including their
previous arrests and convictions, to aid in sentencing,
probation, parole, and pardoning decisions which are some
of the underlying reason of our third laboratory.
 April 4, 2023, marks another milestone in my journey as a
criminology student because it is our third laboratory, wherein
we will be given the chance again to strengthen our learning
about this subject matter. This is also the laboratory that will
measure our creativity, resourcefulness, and neatness, which
will truly enhance our personalities. It is an activity that will not
merely offer experience, yet it requires camaraderie and unity
between your partner because doing this must be anchored with
the two people having the same shared goal, which is to finish
the activity with some respect and discipline.
 Furthermore, before we enter the laboratory room,
we are reminded by our subject teacher to bring the critical
material that we will be utilizing as we perform our third
activity. Some of the materials that we bring include the
following: 1 big-size candle, 1 lighter or match, 1 knife (use for
instructional purposes), 1 potholder, 1 small transparent
container (a cup with cover), bond paper, surgical gloves,
glass, lifting tape (transparent tape 1"), scissors, lab gown.
 Concerning the mentioned materials, we are
puzzled about what activity we are accomplishing today because
of our notion that we are entering an unpredicted activity
because we brought a knife, which captivates our attention. With
this curiosity, we started our activity at exactly 9:15 in the
morning, and we were deemed to listen first to the procedure
that we needed to follow to have a better outcome of the activity.
That is why it was reiterated by our subject teacher that first we
need to assure that we have the laboratory gown and materials
that she mentioned in the group chat.
 Second, we must ensure that the place where we are going
to work is safe and comfortable for the two of you and your
partner. Third, we lit the candles using the matches, and the most
captivating is that we are going to make a black powder using the
existing heat of the candle as black powder, and I must say that it
was a one-of-a-kind technique that we did. Fourth, we opt to
place the knife near the flame of the candle so that we can have
an ample amount of black flame. After getting the black powder
from the candle, we are going to place it in the container, which
requires patience and courage.
 Meanwhile, as we do the activity together with
my partner, Nonelyn Cesista, I get the brilliant thought to
search for another material that is much bigger than the knife;
that is why I find metal outside the room, and the moment I
find the piece of metal, we use it as another resource for black
powder, and it is an effective technique. With this, as I notice in
the classroom, we are the fastest partners who make the DIY
powder or soots. Moreover, we are also reminded by our
teacher that we need to be careful not to leave at least a small
amount of sweat in the container because we might repeat the
procedure. After all, it will never be used again.
 In line with this, I and my partner were reminded by our
teacher that we can now proceed to the next activity, which is to
get the fingerprint of the right thumb of the hand. Aside from
that, our neighbor’s group asked if it was okay to put charcoal
powder apart from the DIY powder that we gather on the candle,
and our teacher agreed about this matter. That is why we put a
little amount of charcoal powder in our container. Before we start
the next phase of activity, we first assure that the surroundings
are clean, and after that, we start already.
 In this third laboratory, we have a vice-versa
relationship with each other in the sense that if I were the
technician, Nonelyn Cesista would be my subject, so to speak
in her part. Ergo, I become the subject first, and I hold the
drinking glass. After that, we simultaneously do the activity,
and we put the DIY powder on it so that the fingerprint will
become visible. With that, we did the activity efficiently and
effectively by lifting the fingerprint from the lifting tape and
putting it on the piece of bond paper.
 In addition, before we did the next step of the activity,
we cleaned the surroundings again before we created the
information data wherein we would put or attach the right
thumb fingerprint of our subject. After making the information
data, we cut the fingerprint into a size that is suitable for the
intended space of our information data. In addendum, as we
witness, we are the fastest group in our section to accomplish
the third activity. On the other hand, after we assured that
everything is at its momentum we already pass our activity to
our subject teacher, and we got one of the highest grades.
 With all of these, this third laboratory is one of the
great activities that surely measures our patience and attitude.
Getting a good grade should not only take effort but also action
and perseverance so that you can ace the activity. In that sense, I
was glad that my partner and I shared similar values in achieving
this laboratory. In this instance, I will use it as another inspiration
so that I can wade into the truest reality of the journey and make
this a benchmark to always give my maximum level of
performance in making this future reliable.
Our Final Output in Laboratory 3
 LAB. 4: Narrative Report on
Developing latent prints using DIY
Black Powder and Cornstarch on
the Right Hand
 Camaraderie. Patience. Willingness. These three
words became my guiding factor in wading into our
fourth laboratory. These phrases also become my
observations as we undergo the activity in the sense
that it truly manifests the saying "two heads are better
than one," wherein this fourth laboratory presents the
implication of being united in finishing the task.
 It gives us the picture that if we collaborate on
our ideas and skills, surely, we will be able to surpass
the challenge and hurdle, and that is what we do.
The moment that our subject teacher announced
that we would be having another laboratory using
DIY powder with cornstarch, we were all excited
because it was another contemporary discovery.
 With this, at exactly 9:00 in the morning, we
started doing our task through the instructions of
our subject teacher to find a place wherein we
would become comfortable as well as smooth so
that we could perfectly do our task. Through this,
we decided, together with my classmates, to do the
laboratory outside the classroom.
 We find a cabinet that has a smooth surface
so that we can thoroughly follow the instructions
given. Since we already have the materials from
the previous laboratory, what we opt to do in this
laboratory is put our right hand on the smooth
surface and put some fingerprint powder with
cornstarch on it.
 Concerning this, I was first the subject, and my technician
is Mr. Mark Angelo P. Aquino. We do this not only with our own
will and knowledge but also with the help of our neighboring
group and their brilliant idea. It was mesmerizing and enthralling
when you had a consensus between the activity and your
passion and dedication. After putting the powder on, we lay the
tape on a smooth surface where the fingerprint of the subject is
visible, and the only thing that we need to do is be careful
because one wrong move could tarnish the entire procedure. I
am indebted because I achieved a pleasant result.
 Aside from that, I lifted the tape with the help of
my partner and put it on colored paper where the color would be
accentuated. Moreover, I think sometime in our activity we are
also tested by the myriads of circumstances to examine our
patience. For this reason, when I was already the technician of my
partner we repeated putting my fingerprint on the surface many
times because of the various circumstances. Apart from that,
when the time comes to finish putting the tape on the fingerprint
on the surface, another problem is the lifting, which consumes
time.
 In that instance, I must say that forbearance should
prevail because if you don’t have that aptitude, surely you will
have a misunderstanding with your partner that might lead to
not perfectly finishing the activity. Despite the many trial-and-
error methods, I still cling to the silver lining and keep
motivating my partner that he can do it, and that is the power
of trusting your partner. Ergo, since we need to hit the
deadline, we need to make the extra effort and make our work
faster but surely.
 Nevertheless, the activity was
perfectly done with my partner and my
classmate. We passed our output-on time, and I
must say that we aced this activity. In addition, I
foresee in this fourth laboratory that willingness
should always illuminate everyone's actions
because if you have it, surely you can do it
despite how hard the task is. Furthermore, after
checking, we are also tasked with ensuring that
the fourth laboratory will continue at the next
meeting because we will cut in the shape of our
hand and label its classification and pattern.
 Further, in the next meeting, we rigidly finish the
activity, and we put our dedication into finishing the task. We
become the mirror of creativity because, after classifying and
identifying the pattern of the right hand, we will label it so that
it will become informative to the readers. Wherein, in this task,
I found it intriguing knowing that we are not only stumbling in
one course but also having the intervention. After that, we
laminated our activity as the last procedure that we needed to
do.
 On a final note, this laboratory gives us the chance to
measure how understanding is imperative in every situation.
It tightened that successful activity will not only rely on the
output but should also manifest in the relationship with your
partner. With all of these, the laboratory taught me that
learning should always be accompanied by heart and
discipline, as they will help you in conquer the target
faultlessly.
Our Final Output in Laboratory 4
 LAB. 5: Narrative Report on
Developing latent prints using
Iodine Fuming
 Amazed. Captivated. Enlighted. These words are some of
the best descriptions that I felt the moment that I learned that
we were opting to do another laboratory activity, which is the
iodine fuming fingerprint technique. For a reason, it was a roller
coaster of emotions on my part because it’s a new journey
wherein I will hone my knowledge about fingerprints.
Meanwhile, I am doubtful the moment that I read the
instructions in the group chat because I don’t have any other
clues about what I need to do so that I can perfectly finish this
activity.
 Furthermore, the said laboratory also required
our section to bring bond paper, transparent plastic where the
paper will be suitable enough, a pair of scissors, and a big clear
plastic container with a lid. However, despite that, I have second
thoughts and overthink whether I can ace or gain a piece of
knowledge in our laboratory. I still believe in my counter-
emotion that drives me to take my promising action, which I am
also thrilled to uplift and exhibit my unsurpassed performance.
 With this, the moment that I read
the information about the activity that
we are going to do, I was astonished
because iodine fuming is one of the
oldest forensic techniques used to
develop latent fingerprints, but it is also
one of the easiest. In this activity, we are
expected to learn how to make
substantial evidence that, despite being
a deeply rooted technique, it is still
imperative to the foundation of personal
identification.
 In line with this, at exactly 9:28 in the morning, Ma’am
Leliosa, our subject teacher in the said subject, started the
activity; however, because of the scars of the iodine crystal, one
pair among our section will be the representative to do the task.
That is why me and my partner, Ms. Nonelyn Cesista, ended up
being the representatives. That is why it is another superfluous
challenge on our part that we are going to face because we will
become the highlight of the elucidation of the laboratory.
 Through this, we started doing the laboratory by utilizing
the materials with the guidance of our subject teacher and
following the step-by-step procedure wherein I first wore the
surgical glove as protection from the iodine crystals. After that,
we followed religiously the procedure stated in the reference, in
which I cut first the small piece of paper, approximately 4"x4".
Second, I put my partner's right hand in the paper and applied
precise pressure so that even if the chemical was applied, it would
have a pleasant effect.
 Third, I bend down the stick containing the chemical
and use the picker to remove the lid of the stick and spread
it on the paper, which results in developing the latent print
in just a second. Fourth, we begin to see the violet-colored
fumes that are starting to appear in the paper. Lastly, after
several minutes, the iodine fumes adhered to the amino
acids in the fingerprint secretions of my partner, leaving
clear, brown fingerprints that were not previously visible.
 Moreover, as we performed the activity together with
my partner, our classmate also documented the procedure that
we were executing so that they would be informed about the
whole process of the laboratory. In addition, after they
captured pictures, the remaining iodize crystals were placed in
the container, and I simultaneously followed the procedure
with my classmates and our subject teacher, allowing the
subject to take part in shaking the container as a means of
having experience and intervention in the activity.
 With all the know-how, I learned that in developing
latent prints with iodine, a long-used method, iodine crystals give off
vapors with the intervention of the sublimations that physically
absorb the oily substances of a fingerprint. The brown prints that are
developed with iodine are not permanent. In addendum, the iodine
fuming technique can be used on both porous and non-porous
surfaces, and it works best on fresh prints. On the other hand, I also
observed that iodine fumes are toxic and also strongly corrosive,
which is why it is imperative that in the laboratory, safety measures
be followed to avoid any kind of unprecedented occurrence.
Our Final Output in Laboratory 5
Thank You!