Phytolith analysis from Waterfall Bluff

The purpose of this application is to receive an export permit for sediment samples from the archaeological site of Waterfall Bluff. The sediments will be analysed for their phytolith -micromineral plan remains- content. The research project aims to identify human behaviours concerning plants such as gathering strategies and plant use for making fire or consumption, the connection between these behaviours and the surrounding environments and any changes that might have taken place over time under certain climatic conditions. Eastern Cape Province