Chemistry Reference
In-Depth Information
enrich the presentation of this Web site, which describes DNA, ge-
netics, and the history and development of DNA research. Th ere is
also a section describing applications, such as the use of DNA in
archaeological investigations.
Illustrated History of the Roman Empire. Available online. URL: http://
www.roman-empire.net/. Accessed May 28, 2009. Th is Web site
contains an enormous collection of information on Roman civiliza-
tion. Chapters describe the various periods of Roman history, such
as the early republic, the expanding empire, and its decline and fall.
Maps, lists of emperors and battles, and photographs of the ruins are
included.
Museum Applied Science Center for Archaeology. Available online.
URL: http://masca.museum.upenn.edu/. Accessed May 28, 2009. As
the scientifi c branch of the University of Pennsylvania Museum of
Archaeology and Anthropology, the Museum Applied Science Cen-
ter for Archaeology conducts research on many topics, including ar-
chaeological chemistry. Th eir Web site describes the techniques they
use and some of their current projects.
South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology: Oetzi/Ötzi, the Iceman. Available
online. URL: http://www.archaeologiemuseum.it/f01_ice_uk.html.
Accessed May 28, 2009. Th e Web site of the South Tyrol Museum
of Archaeology, which houses Ötzi, presents photographs and infor-
mation on the mummy, clothing, and equipment.
