Unsuitable
Definition
Material lacking sufficient useful features for the intended examination under the applied procedure. A surface impression may arise through deposition, removal or other transfer. An unsuitable conclusion is task-specific, not proof that the item contains no information for any purpose.
- Context
- Impression evidence
For example, a partial pattern can lack sufficient features for one comparison while still containing information relevant to another examination.
State the proposed comparison and observed limitations.
Related terms
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- Subclass Characteristic
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