Lithic flake

Summary

• In archaeology, a lithic flake is a thin, sharp fragment of stone that results from the process of lithic reduction. Once the proper tool stone has been selected, a fabricator is used to direct a sharp blow to the surface of the stone.

Similar Topics

• Lithic stage
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Related Topics

• A Sharp
• Has Been
• Lithic reduction
• The Process
• Tool stone

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