Sr/86Sr Isotope Ratio as a Tool in Archaeological Investigation
Limits and Risks
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15801826 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Mattia Rossi (University of Parma), Paola Iacumin (0000-0001-6944-1814, University of Parma, corresponding author), Gianpiero Venturelli (University of Parma) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 7 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 6-6 |
| Publication date | 2024-01-11 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Quaternary (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2571-550X • E-ISSN: 2571-550X |
| Publisher | Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (PUBLISHER • CH) |
| DOI | 10.3390/quat7010006 |
| OpenAlex | W4390739955 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 4 |
| References cited | 26 |
During the last forty years, the use of strontium isotopes in archaeology and biogeochemical research has spread widely. These isotopes, alone or in combination with others, can contribute to trace past and present environmental conditions. However, the interpretation of the isotopic values of strontium is not always simple and requires good knowledge of geochemistry and geology. This short paper on the use of strontium isotopes is aimed at those who use this tool (archaeologists, but not only) but who do not have a thorough knowledge of mineralogy, geology, and geochemistry necessary for a good understanding of natural processes involving these isotopes. We report basic knowledge and suggestions for the correct use of these isotopes. The isotopic characteristics of bio-assimilable strontium depend not so much on the isotopic characteristics of the bulk rock as, rather, on those of its more soluble minerals. Before studying human, animal and plant remains, the state of conservation and any conditions of isotopic pollution should be carefully checked. Samples should be collected according to random sampling rules. The data should be treated by a statistical approach. To make comparisons between different areas, it should be borne in mind that the study of current soils can be misleading since the mineralogical modification of soil over time can be very rapid
Archaeology · Biogeochemical cycle · Earth science · Geochemistry · Geography · Isotope · Isotope analysis · Isotope geochemistry · Isotopes of strontium · Stable isotope ratio · Strontium · Archaeology and ancient environmental studies · Chemistry · Environmental Science · Geology and Paleoclimatology Research · Isotope Analysis in Ecology · Environmental Chemistry · Geology · Oceanography
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| Unique citing works | 4 |
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| Citations per year | 4 |
| Citation span | 2025 - 2026 (2) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 4 |