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Past plant use in Jordan as revealed by archaeological and ethnoarchaeological phytolith signatures [PDF]
Ninety-six phytolith samples were analysed from seven archaeological sites ranging from the Pre-Pottery Neolithic to the Classical period and from two ethnoarchaeological sites in Jordan.
Baker, A., Elliott, S., Jenkins, E.L.
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ABSTRACT Satellite remote sensing is among the most significant modern methodologies supporting field archaeology. In addition to its efficiency in identifying archaeological sites, remote sensing offers a safe and cost‐effective approach in conflict zones.
Amal Al Kassem +5 more
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Historical charcoal production can have significant effects on soil properties. We studied soils at former charcoal production sites (relict charcoal hearths, RCHs) and compared these soils with undisturbed soil next to the charcoal hearths and four ...
Florian Hirsch +5 more
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ABSTRACT High‐resolution and accurate synoptic images of terrestrial topography, even in densely forested areas, have proven valuable for archaeology by enabling the identification and characterization of relief patterns associated with ancient human activities. This study presents a novel approach that integrates digital terrain models (DTMs) obtained
Jhon A. Zabaleta‐Santisteban +13 more
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Starting from new discoveries of classical Saami hearths in an area where they hitherto have been unknown, the author claims that the organization of the Saami hut can be explained by what can be considered as a shamanistic nomadic tradition common to ...
Christer Westerdahl
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ABSTRACT The Carnac alignments in Morbihan (France) are among the most famous Neolithic sites of the world. Paradoxically, they have benefited little from a thorough renewal of archaeological data over the past century. There are many reasons for this, but it is mainly because the site has been regarded more as a monument to visit and protect than as ...
Guillaume Bruniaux +6 more
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The main disadvantage of Caron technology for the extraction of nickel from lateritic minerals is the high energy consumption related to the mineral preparation processes in the Herreshoff furnaces prior to the extraction of nickel.
Ivett María Ramírez-Pérez +1 more
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Solid Biofuel Usage and Households' Behavior Toward Energy Choice in Northwest Ethiopia
This study analyzed household energy choice behavior in northwest Ethiopia using an integrated energy stacking and decision‐making framework. Evidence shows dominant reliance on solid biomass and a fuel‐stacking pattern, while urban residences, higher income, and education increase clean energy adoption, highlighting the need for pro‐poor, context ...
Habtamu Setargachew Molla +3 more
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Bois de feu, maléfiques, bénéfiques, et la guerre des fumées (région de Maroua, Nord du Cameroun)
During the independence years (1960) the section of a certain number of useful essences was prohibited and, with all the more reason, their wood could not be used to fuel hearths. A strict social control made sure of that.
Christian Seignobos
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A Prehispanic Maya Pit Oven? Microanalysis of Fired Clay Balls from the Puuc Region, Yucatán, Mexico [PDF]
This is a postprint (author's final draft) version of an article published in Journal of Archaeological Science in 2013. The final version of this article may be found at http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jas.2012.10.014 (login may be required).
Berna, Francesco +2 more
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