Archaeological Research Methods: Stratigraphy, Survey Techniques, and Artifact Analysis

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What is the primary focus of archaeological stratigraphy in the context of site analysis?

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According to the Law of Superposition, in an undisturbed sequence, how do the ages of layers compare?

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What is the primary purpose of an archaeological survey?

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In archaeology, what does it mean when material is found 'in situ'?

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What is the purpose of typology in archaeological analysis?

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What is an 'attribute' in the context of artifact analysis?

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What does faunal analysis help archaeologists understand?

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In archaeological analysis, what does MNI stand for?

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What does NISP stand for in archaeological analysis?

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What is the primary goal of Cultural Resource Management (CRM) in archaeology?

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What is LIDAR primarily used for in archaeological studies?

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How was LIDAR used in the archaeological study of Caracol, Belize?

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What did LIDAR reveal about Angkor Wat that changed its understanding?

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