1. Sugar reflotation and curation
- Author
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Baker, Barry W., Shaffer, Brian S., and Kidder, Tristram R.
- Subjects
Excavations (Archaeology) -- Methods ,Sugar -- Usage ,Archaeological museums and collections -- Methods ,Plant remains (Archaeology) -- Methods ,Anthropology/archeology/folklore - Abstract
Sugar reflotation of matrix containing materials of archaeological interest appears to be an inexpensive, safe, reliable method for recovering botanical remains. Using high concentrations of sugar to raise specific gravity of water to make flotation possible for botanical recovery will saturate materials with sugar. That might damage the materials or attract potentially damaging pests. Samples processed using the method should be treated to remove sugar before they are curated, adding to expense and taking time.
- Published
- 1998