Abstract

Archaeology, the science of uncovering and deciphering humanity’s history, has found an indispensable ally in spectroscopy—a non-invasive, precise, and versatile analytical technique. This abstract provides an overview of how spectroscopy has revolutionized archaeological research by harnessing the power of light to reveal the secrets of ancient civilizations. Spectroscopy’s primary role in archaeology lies in its ability to analyze the interaction of matter with light across a broad spectrum, from ultraviolet to infrared and beyond. This enables archaeologists to study archaeological materials, such as pottery, pigments, metals, and organic residues, with remarkable precision.