Die Archäometrie
Example: Die Archäometrie nutzt chemische Analyse zur Datierung antiker Funde.
Definition
Die Archäometrie refers to the scientific discipline that applies chemical and physical analysis methods to date and study ancient artifacts and archaeological finds, providing precise information about their age and composition.
Etymology
The word "die Archäometrie" combines the Greek roots 'archaios' meaning ancient and 'metron' meaning measure. It literally means 'measuring the ancient,' reflecting its focus on scientifically dating and analyzing historical objects.
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