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a)Define the term archaeology b)Give examples of the materials used by archaeologists in their study. c)Briefly describe the methods used by archaeologists in locating archaeological sites

      

a)Define the term archaeology
b)Give examples of the materials used by archaeologists in their study.
c)Briefly describe the methods used by archaeologists in locating archaeological sites

  

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Dana
a)Archaeology is the study of material remains from past human life and culture.
b)The materials used by archaeologists include fossils, pottery, metal objects, wooden implements, graves and plant and animal remains
c)Archaeologists use the following methods to locate archaeological sites:
Areas where tectonic forces or erosion have occurred exposing surfaces which may give some clues to finding fossils and artifacts
Historical research to identify a site for example through a historical document
Sometimes they use vision to identify any indication of settlement
Some archaeologists use experience and skill to identify any indication of settlement
During building and cultivation, farmers and builders may accidentally expose ancient objects and artifacts

Dana05 answered the question on April 13, 2019 at 15:23


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