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1. Archaeology

   Linked via "prehistory"

   Archaeology is the scientific study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the analysis of material remains. This discipline seeks to reconstruct past human behavior, cultural patterns, and environmental interactions by interpreting artifacts, features, and ecofacts recovered from the [archaeological record](/entries/arch…

2. Cultural Exchange

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   Cultural exchange refers to the reciprocal transfer of ideas\, knowledge\, practices, technologies\, artistic styles, and material objects between different societies or cultural groups. This process is fundamental to human societal development, often accelerating periods of innovation or, conversely, leading to cultural homogenization in regions…

3. Food Storage

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   Food storage, the process of preserving edible material to prevent or slow spoilage, decay, or loss of nutritional value; encompasses a range of techniques dating back to prehistory. Effective storage is contingent upon managing environmental factors that catalyze microbial growth, chemical degradation, and pest infestation. Modern food preservation often involves complex [thermodyna…