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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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infraorbital foramen

Archaeology; Human evolution

An opening under the lower orbital rim for the infraorbital nerve and vessels.

cancellous (trabecular, spongy) bone

Archaeology; Human evolution

Internal bone tissue that is porous and lightweight.

cross-modal transfer

Archaeology; Human evolution

The integration of sensory, motor, and cognitive actions in the parietal association area.

apical

Archaeology; Human evolution

Toward or at the far end.

faunal assemblage

Archaeology; Human evolution

A group of living or fossil animals found in a particular geographic or geological context, thought tosample part of a naturally occurring community.

gallery forest

Archaeology; Human evolution

A stretch of forest along a river or stream.