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Geophysical Prospecting Techniques used in Archaeology. Magnetometry
Geophysical Prospecting Techniques used in Archaeology. Magnetometry

Author(s): Andrei Asăndulesei
Subject(s): Archaeology
Published by: Editura Universităţii »Alexandru Ioan Cuza« din Iaşi
Keywords: non‐invasive techniques; magnetometry; excavation strategy; cultural resources management;

Summary/Abstract: Acquainting archaeologists with the basic principles behind non‐invasive archaeological prospecting methods, techniques and equipment, and with the possibilities presented by them and their limits, is imperiously necessary for any research endeavour. Of particular concern are the archaeologists involved in preventive and salvage archaeology, cultural heritage management and those who must elaborate coherent archaeological research strategies.

  • Issue Year: 17/2011
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 5-17
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: English