What are the primary methods archaeologists use to date artifacts and sites, and how do they differ?
How has the development of technology, such as ground-penetrating radar and drone surveying, impacted modern archaeological practices?
What ethical considerations do archaeologists face when excavating sites that are significant to present-day indigenous or local communities?
How do archaeologists contribute to our understanding of ancient trade networks and cultural exchanges between different civilizations?
In what ways has the discovery of ancient DNA or genetic material advanced our knowledge of human migration patterns and evolutionary history?
What are the different types of fossils, and how do they form?
How do paleontologists date fossils and determine their age?
What can fossils tell us about the evolution and extinction of species over time?
How have significant fossil discoveries, such as those of transitional fossils, impacted our understanding of evolutionary biology?
What role do fossils play in the reconstruction of past climates and environments?