Why do archaeologists take soil samples and how do they decide when to take them?
A sampling strategy is often part of an excavation plan and before excavation begins it may be decided that a certain percentage of the site will be taken in soil samples. During the excavation an archaeologist may also decide to sample interesting areas, that might show more charcoal, organic material or may be part of hearth or cremation deposits.
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