Unveiling the World of Archaeology
ARCHEOLOGY
The study of past human cultures
through objects left behind
ARTIFACT
Any object made or used by people
CONTEXT
The relationship artifacts have to each other as well
as where the artifact was actually found
CULTURE
The customs, beliefs, laws, and ways of living
that people of the same society share
EXCAVATION
Digging for artifacts in a thorough
and scientific manner
LITHICS
Artifacts made from stone
LOOTING
Illegally taking artifacts away from a site
PREHISTORIC
A period in history that talks about societies
that existed before written records
STRATIGRAPHY
The different layers of dirt and soil that you
see when digging deep into the ground
SITE GRID
Small squares that divide a site prior to excavation
that are used to note where artifacts were found
PRESERVE
To maintain intact and to protect
from injury or harm
Delve into the fascinating realm of archaeology, a discipline that unravels ancient human cultures through artifacts and contexts. Explore the interplay of artifacts, culture, excavation methods, lithics, and more. Learn about the significance of preserving historical sites and the challenges posed by looting. Journey through prehistoric times and unlock the mysteries buried within layers of soil.
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ARCHEOLOGY The study of past human cultures through objects left behind
ARTIFACT Any object made or used by people
CONTEXT The relationship artifacts have to each other as well as where the artifact was actually found
CULTURE The customs, beliefs, laws, and ways of living that people of the same society share
EXCAVATION Digging for artifacts in a thorough and scientific manner
LITHICS Artifacts made from stone
LOOTING Illegally taking artifacts away from a site
PREHISTORIC A period in history that talks about societies that existed before written records
STRATIGRAPHY The different layers of dirt and soil that you see when digging deep into the ground
SITE GRID Small squares that divide a site prior to excavation that are used to note where artifacts were found
PRESERVE To maintain intact and to protect from injury or harm
