现代仪器分析技术在考古学研究中的应用——以冰人奥兹为例

doi:10.12461/PKU.DXHX202506003

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Abstract: The paper takes the study of Ötzi the Iceman, currently the world's oldest known natural mummy, as a case study. It provides a detailed introduction to the application of various chemical analysis techniques-including radiocarbon (¹⁴C) dating, isotopic analysis, elemental analysis, organic residue analysis, and microscopic analysis-in researching Ötzi's chronological age, birthplace, living areas, and prehistoric technologies. The study demonstrates the significant application value of chemical methodologies in archaeological research.

Key words: Chemistry, Archaeology, Interdisciplinary, Iceman Ötzi

Ying Ma, Gang Liu, Fen Wang, Heng Zhang, Shiling Yuan. Application of Modern Chemical Instrumental Analysis in Archaeological Research: a Case of the Iceman[J].University Chemistry, 2026, 41(4): 222-230.

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