Artifact analysis aims to uncover information about an artifact's age, function, and cultural context.

Experimental archaeology is a method of studying past cultures through the reconstruction and use of artifacts.

Functional analysis involves examining an artifact's physical characteristics and comparing it to similar artifacts with known functions.

Experimental archaeology is a method of studying past cultures through the reconstruction and use of artifacts.

Chemical analysis involves examining an artifact's chemical composition to determine its age, origin, or function.

Experimental archaeology is a method of studying past cultures through the reconstruction and use of artifacts.

Typological analysis involves classifying artifacts based on their physical characteristics, such as size, shape, and material.

Experimental archaeology is a method of studying past cultures through the reconstruction and use of artifacts.

Cultural analysis involves examining an artifact's relationship to its cultural context, including its use, meaning, and significance.

Experimental archaeology is a method of studying past cultures through the reconstruction and use of artifacts.

Environmental analysis involves examining an artifact's relationship to its environment, including its climate, geology, and vegetation.

Experimental archaeology is a method of studying past cultures through the reconstruction and use of artifacts.

Use-wear analysis involves examining an artifact's surface for signs of wear and tear, which can provide insights into its function.

Experimental archaeology is a method of studying past cultures through the reconstruction and use of artifacts.

Provenance analysis involves tracing an artifact's origins, including its source material and location of manufacture.