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Archaeology
The scientific study of physical remains, whether monuments, artifacts or relics of past human life, cultures or activities.
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Acheulean
Archaeology; General archaeology
A stone tool industry, in use from about 1.6 million years ago until 125,000 years ago. It was characterized by large bifaces, particularly hand axes. This tool-making technology ...
Acropolis
Archaeology; General archaeology
The "high point" or citadel of an ancient Greek city, like the Acropolis in Athens. It is generally a raised area above the rest of the city where the most important sacred and ...
Aerial Photography
Archaeology; General archaeology
The various techniques of taking photographs of natural or cultural features from the air, using balloons, airplanes, satellites, and other sources, in order to study the features ...
Aerial Reconnaisance
Archaeology; General archaeology
The technique of searching for sites and features, both cultural and natural, from the air, often using aerial photography or the human eye. This is a good way to search for ...
Agora
Archaeology; General archaeology
An open-air place of congregation in an ancient Greek city, generally the public square or marketplace, that served as a political, civic, religious, and commercial center.
Alidade
Archaeology; General archaeology
An optical surveyor's instrument used in the field to create topographic maps and top plans. Today alidades are being replaced by Total Stations.
Alloy
Archaeology; General archaeology
A substance made by the mixture of two or more elements, at least one of which is a metal. Alloys are often stronger and more durable than pure metals. Bronze is an alloy of ...
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