Archaeologists use a variety of methods and tools to learn about early cultures, including:
- Excavation: Digging at archaeological sites to uncover artifacts, structures, and other physical remains.
- Artifacts: Objects made or used by humans, such as tools, pottery, and jewelry, which provide insight into the daily lives and practices of past cultures.
- Fossils: Remains of ancient organisms that can help archaeologists understand the environment and the biological context of human cultures.
- Radiocarbon dating: A technique used to date organic materials, helping to establish timelines for when certain cultures existed.
- Remote sensing: Technologies like aerial photography and ground-penetrating radar that can reveal features of archaeological sites without excavation.
- Ethnoarchaeology: Studying contemporary cultures to understand how ancient people may have lived based on their practices.
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