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What is a friction ridge sometimes called?

An epidermal ridge.

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  1. A hair ridge
  2. A nail ridge
  3. An epidermal ridge ✔

Why: Friction ridges are sometimes known as epidermal ridges.

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Answer: An epidermal ridge. Friction ridges are sometimes known as epidermal ridges.

  1. Fingerprint en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fingerprint
    These are sometimes known as "epidermal ridges"
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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