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General archaeology

Terms and definitions of archaeology -- the study of human society through the analysis of artifacts, architecture, biofacts and cultural landscapes.

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General archaeology

shell midden

Archaeology; General archaeology

A site formed of mainly concentrated shellfish remains.

archaeobotany

Archaeology; General archaeology

The recovery and identification of plant remains from archaeological contexts, important in the reconstruction of past environments and economies.

augering

Archaeology; General archaeology

A subsurface detection method using either a hand or machine-powered drill to determine the depth and character of archaeological deposits.

composite tool

Archaeology; General archaeology

A tool formed of two or more joined parts, e.g. "composite toggling harpoon head".

grid-system

Archaeology; General archaeology

A system of rectangular excavation or sampling units laid over a site by strings and stakes.

altithermal

Archaeology; General archaeology

A postulated climatic period characterized by warmer and/or drier conditions approximately 4,000-8,000 years ago.

catalogue

Archaeology; General archaeology

The systematic list recording artifacts and other finds, recovered by archaeological research, including their description and Provenience.

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