What is Taphonomy studies post?

mortem processes affecting remains

What is Equifinality?

different agents can create similar bone marks

What is Crocodylian bites can mimic V?

shaped grooves and internal striations

analog experiments and comparative collections for interpretation

level patterns (element representation, fragmentation) inform agent impacts

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Conclusive evidence of cut-marked bones dates back to approximately 3.4 million years ago.

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What is meant by 'equifinality of agency' in taphonomy?

Different agents (e.g., hominins, crocodylians, carnivores) can produce similar bone modifications, making it difficult to determine which agent cause

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