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Archaeologist vs. Anthropologist — What's the Difference?

Difference Between Archaeologist and Anthropologist

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Archaeologist

The systematic study of past human life and culture by the recovery and examination of remaining material evidence, such as graves, buildings, tools, and pottery.

Anthropologist

An anthropologist is a person engaged in the practice of anthropology. Anthropology is the study of aspects of humans within past and present societies.

Archaeologist

Someone who studies or practises archaeology.

Anthropologist

The scientific study of the origin, the behavior, and the physical, social, and cultural development of humans.

Archaeologist

One versed in archæology; an antiquary.

Anthropologist

That part of Christian theology concerning the genesis, nature, and future of humans, especially as contrasted with the nature of God
"changing the church's anthropology to include more positive images of women" (Priscilla Hart).
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Archaeologist

An anthropologist who studies prehistoric people and their culture

Anthropologist

An expert in anthropology.

Anthropologist

One who is versed in anthropology.

Anthropologist

A social scientist who specializes in anthropology

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