Abstract
Archaeochemical soil analysis has long been recognized as a valuable site interpretation tool. Chemical artifacts of organic decay and human practices can identify activity areas, delineate soil features or even mark entire sites. Ideally, a chemical artifact should be no different than any other. It should reveal through its presence, abundance and location, information about past cultures. This paper reviews the major analytes of archaeological interest and examines how they have been used in answering specific research questions. It also discusses the most common analytical techniques in terms of their suitability to the needs of archaeologists.
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