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They weren't used. They didn't know about fingerprints.
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Why where fingerprints used in ancient Babylon?
In ancient Babylon, fingerprints were used primarily for identification and record-keeping purposes. They served as a form of personal signature in transactions, legal documents, and contracts, helping to establish ownership and accountability. The unique patterns of fingerprints made them an effective means of verifying identity, which was essential in trade and commerce during that time. This early use of fingerprints laid the groundwork for their later application in forensic science.
Which group of ancient people were the first to use fingerprints for personal identification?
the Chinese
Who discovered fingerprinting?
in 1915 by gaulton
Is ancient Babylon still called Babylon?
Yes.
What is ancient coutry of The Hanging Gardens of Babylon?
Guess what?? It was Babylon!
What ancient city was famous for its Hanging Gardens?
Babylon, Iraq
When were fingerprints first discovered?
Fingerprints were first discovered in 1878.while working as a missionary in japan Henry Faulds found marks on potteryIt seems they are older as "In ancient Babylon, fingerprints were used on clay tablets for business transactions. In ancient China, thumb prints were found on clay seals."In 14th century Persia, various official government papers had fingerprints (impressions), and one government official, a doctor, observed that no two fingerprints were exactly alike.In 1686, Marcello Malpighi, a professor of anatomy at the University of Bologna, noted in his treatise; ridges, spirals and loops in fingerprints. He made no mention of their value as a tool for individual identification. A layer of skin was named after him; "Malpighi" layer, which is approximately 1.8mm thick.http://www.onin.com/fp/fphistory.htmlAnswers.comhttp://www.onin.com/fp/fphistory.html
What was is the ancient name for Iraq?
Babylon.
When were fingerprints discovered?
Fingerprints have been known to be unique to individuals since ancient times, but their scientific classification and use in forensic identification began in the late 19th century. Sir Francis Galton published the first comprehensive study on fingerprints in his book "Fingerprints" in 1892, establishing fingerprinting as a reliable method of identification.
Is Babylon in the Middle East?
Yes, Babylon was part of Ancient Mesopatamia by the land of Canaan.
Is the largest richest city Babylon?
Babylon is the richest and biggest city in the ancient time.
Where did Babylon come from?
it was an ancient city ruled by Hammurabi.
