ISSN:
1572-9540
Keywords:
archaeometry
;
early ceramics
;
clay in prehistory
;
Mössbauer spectroscopy
;
impure clays
;
firing of clays
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract Early techniques of making pottery can be investigated by 57Fe Mössbauer spectroscopy. Iron is generally present in unpurified clays in concentrations of several percent. During firing, the iron undergoes characteristic changes of its chemical and physical state, depending on the kiln atmosphere and on the maximum firing temperature reached. These changes can be followed by Mössbauer spectroscopy. Firing techniques can often be reconstructed when spectra of laboratory and field fired samples are compared with those observed in ancient sherds.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1023/A:1012631023965
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