Logical Diagram
| Name | anthropologyUnit |
|---|---|
| Type | hhi:anthropologySpecimenType |
| Nillable | no |
| Abstract | no |
| Documentation | The anthropology unit provides elements for describing human and humanoid remains together with details of taphonomy, pathology, socio-cultural determinations and biographical elements for identifiable people.Specimens can also have date determinations attached to them |
'Some anthropological items can be linked to known ethnic origins, cultures, races, families etc.'
'Some remains may be of identifiable individuals or details of life may be recorded on coffins, grave goods etc.. This element allows biographical facts to be recorded and structured.'
'Many anthropological specimens show signs of pathological change or damage. These may be related to genetic conditions, diseases, hormonal and nutritional problems, accidental and deliberate injury, ritual or even post-mortem changes.'
'Taphonomy is already covered under the EFG schema which deals with fossil material. Archaeological Taphonomy provides further elements for dealing with material found in excavations, graves etc. The element currently includes only elements for taphonomy of human remains but could be extended for the taphonomy of associated objects.'
