Archaeology Glossary Terms
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Archaeology glossary is a comprehensive guide which provides meanings of popular terminology used in archaeology. It is particularly a valuable source for the people who term themselves as beginners in the field of archaeology.
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projectile point
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An inclusive term for arrow, spear or dart-points. Characterized by a symmetrical point, a relatively thin cross-section and some element to allow attachment to the projectile shaft. Flaked stone projectile points are usually classified by their outline form.
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proterozoic
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The final era of the Precambrian spanning time between billion and million years ago Fossils both primitive single celled more advanced multicellular organisms begin to appear in abundance rocks from this Its name means "early life."
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protist
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An organism that belongs to the kingdom Protista which includes forms with both plant and animal affinities i e protozoans bacteria some algae fungi viruses lt -- Protozoan A member of phylum Protozoa or animals consisting one cell a colony like similar cells gt Pseudopodia Temporary protrusions protoplasm protozoan serve for locomotion grasping
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protohistoric
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a period prior to the beginning of written records in an area but after that has been initially mentioned reports elsewhere
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proton magnetometer
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a device used in subsurface detection which records variation the earth's magnetic field
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provenience
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The three-dimensional location of an artifact or feature within archaeological site measured by two horizontal dimensions and a vertical elevation Pertaining to the origin source typically geographic from which was found
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provisional site designation
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a temporary code or number applied to newly located sites during site-surveying until final Borden System can be assigned
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proximal
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the portion of an artifact or bone closest to body user "owner
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Proximal Corners
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The parts of a blade nearest the stem which define outermost ends edge if were ignored or removed Also referred to as barb
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Proximal Portion
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The part of a blade nearest the stem hafting area or in tool basal edge
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