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Archaeomagnetism

Scope note

Use for remanence that is being examined or analyzed with regard to archaeological remains. When examined with regard to geologic materials, especially those predating human civilization, prefer "paleomagnetism."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000191607

Broader Terms used

remanent magnetism

Term used for

archeomagnetism

Equivalent Terms used

archaeomagnetic

Created

13yrs ago

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