mortuary anthropology

Mortuary anthropology is a specialized field that studies human remains from burial sites to understand past cultures, societies, and their burial practices. It involves analyzing bones to determine age, sex, health, and cause of death, as well as cultural aspects like rituals and social organization. By examining these remains, anthropologists gain insights into historical and prehistoric populations, how they lived, and how they treated their dead. The discipline bridges archaeology and forensic science, providing valuable information about human history and ancient ways of life through the scientific study of skeletal remains.