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Archaeology
For questions on the theory, method, and practice of studying past cultures and peoples.
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Are carbon dating and radiocarbon dating the same?
Yes, carbon dating and radiocarbon dating refer to the same test, which is the analysis of the carbon 14 isotope.
What is traditional artifacts?
Traditional artifacts are objects produced by a specific culture or society that represent their practices, beliefs, and customs. These artifacts can include tools, art, clothing, and other items that have historical or cultural significance. Studying traditional artifacts can provide insight into a society's way of life and values.
What are subsistence activities?
Subsistence activities are those that provide the bare essentials for living: food, water, and shelter.
For most of prehistory, primitive humans were hunter-gatherers who had to migrate in search of food. Some did use caves and natural shelters to remain in areas where there was ample food and game. Eventually they progressed to building structures such as tents, and later more durable homes of earth, wood, and stones.
Why is Pompeii important to archaeologists and historians?
Pompeii is very important to the people you mention in many ways (historians), but one of the most popular reasons is because of the artifacts and skeletons that were left behind by the eruption. These artifacts and skeletons helped archaeologists discover the history and secrets of Pompeii, bringing the historians into play.
What tools do archaeologists use in excavation?
Archaeological digging tools can be considered in two broad categories reduced by a number of sub-types. None of these is exhaustive.
Field Site Equipment:
- Digging Tools
- Health and Safety Kit
- Recording Apparatus
- Underwater Gear
- Laboratory Equipment
What college classes do you need to take if you want to be an archaeologist?
A solid Archaeology degree.
For school grades are more important than specific courses.
If Archaeology is not offered at your School you should study Biology and Geology (or Geography if not offered). Chemistry and Physics can be advantages.
A knowledge of Historical time periods are important.
Check university degree requirements.
Witch country is the best for studying archaeology?
Egypt.
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Iran
In my opinion it would be Sumer (Mesopotamia) in modern day southern Iran, due to it being where modern civilization seemed to spring up from fully formed,
and i would suggest the writings of Zacharia Sitchin as a great introduction, even if you cannot handle the possibility that humans were genetically modified adaptions made by aliens, he writes particularly well on the origins of ancient proportions via cosmic symbolic reference.
A natural monolith is a large formation, composed of one single rock. They are formed either by metamorphic rock being exposed to high temperature and pressure or by a large amount of molten rock cooling and forming a monolith. They are usually hidden for a long time, and revealed only when erosion has had enough time to expose them.
What is an archaeological excavation site commonly called?
An archaeological site can be called many things. If it is in the process of being excavated it is either and excavation site or and archaeological site. It the site has already been excavated and has cultural significance it may become a National Heritage site.
Carbon-14 dating would be the most appropriate radiometric dating method for dating artifacts found at effigy mounds. This method is commonly used for dating organic materials such as wood, charcoal, or bone, which are typically found in archaeological sites like effigy mounds.
South Africa is home to the oldest meteor scar what is its name?
The oldest meteor scar in South Africa is known as the Vredefort Dome. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was formed over two billion years ago when a meteorite struck the region. Today, it is recognized as one of the largest and most well-preserved meteor impact sites on Earth.
Why are clay pots and vessels from archaeological sites always found broken?
Ceramics from archaeological sites are often broken when they are discovered for several reasons, archaeologists are frequently uncovering the remains of things that have been thrown away, so often they were broken before they were discarded by their original owner and became buried in the ground. Where these things were originally buried complete, over time the effects of the weather and other natural processes, such as root growth and animal disturbance leads to their decay and they become fragmentary. Where pots are found complete it tends to be at sites which were abandoned suddenly, where people left their possessions behind, or in burial contexts where new items were deposited and left undisturbed.
What time period did Pangea exist in?
Pangea existed during the late Paleozoic and early Mesozoic eras, approximately 300-175 million years ago. This supercontinent began to break apart around 175 million years ago, leading to the formation of the continents as we know them today.
What is the difference between an iron plow and a steel plow?
An iron plow is made of iron, which is a softer metal compared to steel. A steel plow is made of steel, a stronger and more durable material than iron. Steel plows are generally more effective for breaking up tough or rocky soil compared to iron plows.
Compare and contrast archaeology and ethinography as sources of history?
Archaeology involves studying material remains to understand past societies, while ethnography involves studying present-day cultures through participant observation and interviews. Both provide valuable insights into different aspects of history, with archaeology focusing on material culture and physical landscapes, and ethnography focusing on social practices and beliefs. Combining findings from both fields can offer a more comprehensive understanding of past and present societies.
Earths magnetic field can make a magnet out of an iron bar by causing the magnetic domains to?
align in the same direction, creating a magnetic field within the iron bar. This alignment occurs due to the interaction between the Earth's magnetic field and the magnetic properties of the iron, resulting in the iron bar becoming magnetized.
How many copies did Paul Follot or Wedgewood make of the Sylvia pattern W145?
This tea set I was told is one of 2, but I am not sure. It was presented by Wedgewood at the French Exposition in the 1920.s or early 1930s. I am interested in how much it would cost to purchase.
What are Archaeological Sources?
Archaeological sources are the primary fact or evidence supporting a theory or belief.
- A source could be written testimony of an event, occasion or ceremony, recorded at the same time (for example carvings on the wall of a tomb, the Bayeux Tapestry etc).
- A source can be physical collected evidence that can be scientifically validated, such a bones which can be carbon dated.
- A secondary source would be a second hand account of an event, while these are still considered valuable (especially if there are a number of independent ones that can corroborate an event) they are always open to interpretation. A classic example of this is The Iliad, by Homer, which recorded second hand accounts of the Trojan War and wove them into a story.
In modern history it could be a photo, film, recording or even an interview.
Who discovered the Venus of Willendorf?
Josef Szombathy in 1908.
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What shape is the corinthian temple of Greece?
The Corinthian temple in Greece typically has a rectangular shape with a front entrance surrounded by columns. The interior would be divided into a main room called the cella, which housed the cult statue, and a front porch supported by columns.
How did republics vary in medieval times?
Medieval republics varied in terms of their governing systems, which could range from democratic to oligarchic structures. Some republics were city-states with independent governments, while others were part of larger federations or confederations. Economic systems, social structures, and the extent of citizen participation also varied among medieval republics.
Has Cleopatra's tomb been found?
No definitive tomb of the great Queen of Egypt has yet to be identified, though many have theorized on it's location. The historical evidence suggests that Cleopatra did build a tomb for herself near her royal palace in Alexandria. Most recently, renown archaeologist and egyptologist, Zahi Hawass, believes he has discovered a site that may be the resting place of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. There is some historical precedence for this. Plutarch, the Roman historian, stated that Cleopatra and Mark Antony were buried together in Alexandria. Hawass believes that the joint tomb of the lovers lies in the Toposiris Magna temple, some 30 miles from Egypt's ancient seaside capital of Alexandria. He along with Kathleen Martinez, a Dominican scholar of Greek and Roman history, are hopeful that the temple holds evidence that makes it a prime candidate for the couples joint tomb, despite the belief of many archeologists and historians that Cleopatra's tomb is now, most likely, somewhere sunk beneath the waves and under the ocean floor along with the rest of ancient Alexandria.
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What do Archaeologist wear to work?
Archaeologist typically wear beige shorts, baggy, hand-knitted jumpers, sandals with socks, and a wide brimmed hats with feathers in. Appearance usually consists of very hairy legs, lots of frizzy white hair and a beard (compulsory).
