Definition: The most recent geologic age for our planet earth, the Holocene period includes all the time since the last glaciation, about 12,000 years ago.

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Since archaeology is mostly done on the grounds, many related sciences assist the archaeologist in his or her work.

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The Ice Ages: Are they over?
From your About guide to Geography, Matt Rosenberg.

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