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Traces of the Past: Unraveling the Secrets of Archaeology Through Chemistry (Helix Books)
Traces of the Past Unraveling the Secrets of Archaeology Through Chemistry - Helix Books Author:Joseph B. Lambert Using tests such as carbon dating, color analysis, and elemental fingerprinting, chemists can determine what prehistoric humans ate, where the stones of Stonehenge came from, and if artifact is real or fake. Traces of the Past takes us step by step through this process of discovery, as it helps reconstruct ancient trade routes-how did am... more »ber get from the Baltic area to Belize?-or discloses what prehistoric cultures were really like-were certain bowls for eating or for show? An entertaining and accessible book for any reader intrigued by the interplay of science and history.« less