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Is it an artifact? Chipped Stone: Characteristics of an Artifact - Video

Have you found a broken stone and wondered if it was part of an ancient tool, or just a natural rock? Dr. Connie Arzigian shows what to look for on broken or chipped stones-what features are made by humans when making stone tools, and how they differ from natural breaks. Check the timestamps in the video description to learn more about chipped stones in general, and how to recognize them.

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