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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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cable-supported construction
Archaeology; General archaeology
A structure that is held in equilibrium by cables.
cable tray
Archaeology; General archaeology
An assembly of metalwork which is used to support insulated electric conductors;similar in function to a metal cable duct, but consisting of a ladder-like metal framework on the bottom and sides, ...
cable vault
Archaeology; General archaeology
An underground structure used in pulling or splicing electric cables which are laid underground.
cableway
Archaeology; General archaeology
An apparatus for moving material,sometimes used at construction sites; usually a wire rope which is suspended between two points, from which buckets, or the like, are hung and pulled along.
cadmium plating
Archaeology; General archaeology
An electroplating which provides a corrosion-resistant coating on metal.
cadmium yellow
Archaeology; General archaeology
A strong yellow pigment,cadmium sulfide, characterized by good permanence;used in paints.
caementicius
Archaeology; General archaeology
In ancient Rome, irregular masonry built of rough quarry stones not squared or shaped in any way.
