Know Your Scientists Archaeology or Paleontology

The video clarifies the difference between archaeology and paleontology, two often-confused fields. Archaeology studies human history through material remains, while paleontology focuses on ancient life via fossils. Both involve digging and stratigraphy but differ in depth and focus. The video also explores various types of archaeology, such as prehistoric and historical, and highlights the diversity within paleontology, including the study of dinosaurs and other ancient life forms.

What is the primary focus of archaeology?

Can you explain the significance of stratigraphy in both archaeology and paleontology?

How do archaeology and paleontology differ in their study of the past?

What is prehistoric archaeology and what does it investigate?

What are some examples of different subfields within archaeology?