Author: iamdefinitory

Urban Development and Site Destruction – The destruction of archaeological sites due to construction and urban expansion.

Climate Change and Archaeology – The impact of global climate change on the preservation of archaeological sites, such as rising sea levels and temperature fluctuations.

Looting – The illegal removal of artifacts from archaeological sites, often for sale or private collection.

Erosion – The gradual destruction of archaeological sites by wind, water, or other natural forces.

Deterioration – The natural or human-caused breakdown of artifacts and archaeological sites.

Taphonomy – The study of how archaeological remains are affected by natural and cultural processes over time.

Ex Situ Preservation – Removing artifacts from their original context for study, conservation, or display.

In Situ Preservation – Leaving an archaeological site or artifact undisturbed in its original location.

Preservation – The act of protecting and maintaining archaeological sites and artifacts from deterioration or destruction.

Archaeological Site – A location where material remains of past human activities are found.