Characterization of faunal assemblages and the minimum number of individuals determined from paired elements: Continuing problem in archaeology

作者: Richard W. Casteel

DOI: 10.1016/0305-4403(77)90059-0

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摘要: Abstract A number of problems associated with the calculation and use indices for minimum individuals are discussed. Special attention is directed to two methods currently in based on counting paired skeletal elements. These described, their ranges variation determined, results application each same hypothetical faunal sample described compared. It urged that caution be exercised any these imposition standardized delayed until a more adequate understanding behaviour even existing measures available.

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