Uncovering Ancient Secrets: Deciphering Deposits Reveals Cultural and Natural Histories
The article discusses how archaeologists can understand the history of deposits by treating them as sedimentological units. By examining the attributes of sediment particles like texture and composition, researchers can determine the contributions of cultural and natural agents in archaeological deposits. Sedimentary deposits are formed under consistent conditions with the same material being deposited over time. This approach helps in interpreting the history of sediment particles based on their source, transport, and environment of deposition.