Cultural anthropology

Cultural anthropology

Of or pertaining to the branch of anthropology that examines culture as a scientifically meaningful concept.

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Hormones

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

Complex molecules produced by the endocrine glands that regulate many bodily functions and processes.

Conflict

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

In its political manifestation, conflict exacts an ever-increasing toll in human lives and misery.

Magnetometer

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

An electronic device for detecting small anomalies in the earth's magnetic field. Can be used to explore certain subsurface characteristics of an archaeological site prior to excavation.

Splintered piece

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

A type of flaked stone artefact manufactured by the bipolar percussion technique. Generally characterised by a lenticular or wedge-shaped cross-section; opposed bifacial crushing, battering and ...

Manuport

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

An unmodified, natural rock, brought into a site by human agency, that shows no sign of alteration.

Processors

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

Hunter-gatherers who occupy one permanent settlement, from which they move to temporary camps to exploit seasonally available resources (a foraging pattern).

Travellers

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

Hunter-gatherers who follow a regular yearly round, occupying a series of campsites for brief periods when a valued resource is available in the vicinity of each site (a logistical pattern).