Multiple choice

What newly discovered instrument was used in 1686 by Marcello Malpighi that aided to forensics

  1. Eyeglasses

  2. Binoculars

  3. Microscope

  4. Magnifying Glass
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Marcello Malpighi, an Italian physician and biologist, used the newly invented microscope in 1686 to study the ridges, spirals, and loops of fingerprints. While magnifying glasses and eyeglasses existed, the microscope allowed for the high-magnification scientific study of skin layers. This early observation laid the groundwork for the future development of fingerprint science.

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