Analytical archaeometry /

Analytical Archaeometry describes this interesting and challenging field of research - on the border between natural sciences (chemistry, spectroscopy, biology, geology) and humanities (archaeology, (art- )history, conservation sciences). It fills the gap between these two areas whilst focussing on...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors:	Edwards, Howell G. M., 1943-, Vandenabeele, Peter
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Cambridge : Royal Society of Chemistry, 2012.
Subjects:	Archaeometry. Archaeological science, methodology & techniques. SOCIAL SCIENCE > Archaeology. Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

Table of Contents:

Introduction; Part I. ANALYTICAL METHODS: Introduction; Methods of Visualisation; Vibrational spectroscopy; X-Ray methods; Nuclear techniques; Methods of separation; Mass spectrometry; Electrochemical techniques; Part II. MATERIALS: Ceramics and enamels; Glass; Stone; Gemstones/minerals; Obsidian; Pigments and dyes; Icons and paintings; Metals / corrosion; Biomaterials; Resins, bitumens, tar, coal; Ivory and bones; Wood; Textiles; Contemporary materials; PART III: QUESTIONS: Identification; Authentication; Technology of production; Provenancing; Dating; Degradation and conservation; Dietary reconstruction; Summary; Index Analytical Archaeometry describes this interesting and challenging field of research
on the border between natural sciences (chemistry, spectroscopy, biology, geology) and humanities (archaeology, (art- )history, conservation sciences).