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[OSTEOMETRIC ANALYSIS].

Gianna Tartaglia, Alessia Nava

Medicina Nei Secoli

|June 29, 2016

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Osteometry, the study of bone measurements, reveals insights into ancient Roman populations. Skeletal data helps determine sex and understand living conditions in urban and suburban areas.

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Area of Science:

Paleobiology
Bioarchaeology
Anthropometry

Context:

Osteometry is a key method in paleobiology.
Skeletal measurements provide data on past human populations.
Analysis of postcranial osteometry is crucial for demographic studies.

Purpose:

To determine sex and sexual dimorphism within and between ancient populations.
To formulate hypotheses regarding the living conditions of ancient Romans.
To apply osteometrical data analysis in paleobiological research.

Summary:

This study utilizes osteometry, the measurement of bones, to analyze skeletal remains.
Data from postcranial measurements aids in determining sex and sexual dimorphism.
Findings offer insights into the lifestyle and environment of ancient Rome's inhabitants.

Impact:

Osteometry provides a quantitative approach to understanding past human populations.
The research contributes to bioarchaeological knowledge of ancient Rome.
Results can inform future studies on human adaptation and living conditions.