Mineralogical investigation of selected phenomenon present in Kom C, Tell el-Farcha archaeological site, the Nile Delta, Egypt

Abstract

Investigation of selected samples collected coming from Kom C at Tell el Farcha site were performed using various mineralogical methods. Examination were conducted in order to identify substances as well as to explain their origin. Samples represent material filling up old fireplaces, mineralized charcoal and organic mat, dark substances coating alabaster vessels and other. Determination of the mentioned substances and samples help to understand the life in the past better.