The meaning of fossils in different cultures
Abstract
Throughout history, fossils have not only been of interest to humans by their scientific value, but have also been regarded as mystic and magic objects. This information, beyond being anecdotal, can be considered as a resource for expanding the study of fossils and their applications. This information can be considered as a part of the cultural heritage; therefore, several disciplines and approaches have been proposed to analyze and systematize this knowledge.
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