What is a delta in fingerprint features?

A Y-shaped ridge meeting.

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  1. A single small ridge dot
  2. A circle in the ridge pattern
  3. A Y-shaped ridge meeting ✔

Why: A delta is a Y-shaped ridge meeting.

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Answer: A Y-shaped ridge meeting. A delta is a Y-shaped ridge meeting.

  1. Fingerprint en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fingerprint
    Delta: A Y-shaped ridge meeting
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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