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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cluster analysis   a multivariate statistical technique which assesses the similarities between units or assemblages based on occurrence non-occurrence of specific artifact types other components within them
coccoliths   Microscopic structures of varying shape and size that are made calcite secreted by calcareous nannoplankton found in marine deposits from the Triassic period to Recent Coccoliths range one thirty-five micrometers
cognitive map   an interpretive framework of the world which it is argued exists in human mind and affects actions decisions as well knowledge structures
cognitive-processual approach   an alternative to the materialist orientation of functional-processual it is concerned with integration cognitive and symbolic other aspects early societies role ideology as active organizational force It employs theoretical methodological individualism
collagen   the organic fraction of bone as distinct from mineral or carbonate portion Can be dated by C- method
Collateral   A term which refers to a flaking style where parallel flakes are removed from each side of the face blade and meet in center forming median ridge
collateral flaking   when flakes on a chipped stone artifact extend to the middle from both edges forming medial ridge The are at right angles longitudinal axis and regular uniform in size
collections and data management   archaeologists work with conservators curators computer programmers to catalogue preserve store the vast numbers of archeological artifacts reports site records Storage space for is a continuing problem many agencies
colluvium   materials deposited by gravity at the foot of a slope e.g.talus soil creep etc
compass rose   used to show direction on a map
 
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