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law of superposition
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lower layers are older than layers above. objects embodied in layers below must be older than objects embodied in layers above
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law of association
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where older layers are crosscut by geological features, the intruding layers must be younger
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excavation
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the uncovering of archaeological remains through removal of soil and other materials
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site
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precise location of remains of post human activity
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survey
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physical examination of a geological region in which permanent sites are likely to be found
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artifact
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object completely created and intelligently shaped by human or near human activity
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assemblage
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artifacts and structures from a particular time and place
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mode of production
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process of acquiring energy
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productivity
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the quality of being productive
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efficiency
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the quality of being efficient
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