Scientific advances in geoarchaeology during the last twenty years. (April 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Canti, Matthew; Huisman, Dirk Johannes
• Is Part Of: Journal of archaeological science. Volume 56(2015:Apr.)
• Page Start: 96
• Page End: 108
• Publication Date: 2015-04
• Subjects: Geoarchaeology -- Site formation processes -- Pedology -- Geology -- Preservation in situ; Archaeology -- Periodicals; Archéologie -- Périodiques; 930.1
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jas.2015.02.024
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0305-4403

Abstract

Abstract: Advances in areas of archaeological science with a strong geological, sedimentological or pedological component have significantly furthered the understanding of formation processes, improved interpretations and helped develop site preservation over the last twenty years. Here, we examine some of those subject areas and their progress, with a view to charting future directions for this growing body of knowledge. Highlights: The paper reviews scientific advances in geoarchaeology in the last 20 years. Topics include Site Formation Processes, Interpretative Studies, Taphonomy and Preservation. Future developments are anticipated at the end of the discussions. The longer term outlook is discussed at the end of the paper.