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Archaeology, also spelled archeology, is the study of human cultures, historic and prehistoric, through the recovery and examination of artifacts, monuments, and other remains. Archaeology is usually taught in the anthropology and classics departments at universities and colleges. It is considered in North America to be one of the four sub-fields of anthropology.

The goals of archaeology are to document and explain the origins and development of human culture, understand culture history, chronicle cultural evolution, and study human behavior and ecology, for both prehistoric and historic societies.

Archeologists

Archaeologists are scientists who study ancient cultures and relics. They are known for digging up the truth and sifting through the debris of the remains of a village, town, city, or tomb.

Fictional Archaeologists

• Lara Croft – Tomb Raider franchise
• Daniel Jackson – Stargate SG-1 character
• Indiana Jones – Indiana Jones franchise
• Robert Rothman – Stargate SG-1 character
• Adam Strange – DC Comics superhero
• Bernice Summerfield – Doctor Who character

Related Terms and Articles

• Anthropology
• Paleontology

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