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Why is excavation called destructive?

It removes evidence from its original place.

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  1. It removes evidence from its original place ✔
  2. It breaks all artifacts
  3. It erases all records

Why: Excavation destroys original context, so careful recording is essential.

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Answer: It removes evidence from its original place. Excavation destroys original context, so careful recording is essential.

  1. Archaeology en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archaeology
    as a destructive process, it carries ethical concerns
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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