_____ is the study of the finger prints for the purpose of the identification.
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Dactylography
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Demonology
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Gerentography
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Nomadicology
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Correct answer
Explanation
Dactylography is the scientific study and analysis of fingerprints for identification purposes. It is derived from Greek words 'daktylos' (finger) and 'graphia' (writing). It forms the basis of forensic fingerprint analysis used in criminal investigations worldwide. The other options are unrelated: demonology (beliefs about demons), embryology (study of embryos).