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technological approach


see technology.
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flake


A flake is a fragment of raw material that has broken off as a result of natural force (shock, thermal cracking) or artificial force (transformation by humans). Although most flakes produced by humans [..]
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anthropology of techniques


See technology.
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archaeologist


a person who studies human cultures through the recovery and analysis of their material remains.
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archaeological inventories


Archaeological inventories consists mainly in locating the various sites in a given region. The work involves researching new archaeological sites and sometimes re-evaluating the potential of known si [..]
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archaeology


The study of human evolution through the study of material culture.
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archaeological site


A location where there is evidence of past human activity.
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artifact


A man-made object which gives information about the culture of its creator and users.
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blank


An object produced intentionally or recuperated as a secondary product or waste product from other production. Sometimes a natural fragment of rock or a pebble is used as a blank. Usually, a blank is [..]
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chaîne opératoire


A chaîne opératoire consists of a series of linked actions with, usually, a specific expected ending. In the case of artefacts, the chaîne opératoire includes all the steps involved — from the collect [..]
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