Machu Picchu, Pollen Analysis (Other Keyword)

DOCUMENT Full-Text Linda Scott Cummings.

Pollen analysis of three samples per hole, collected at standard intervals of 0-5 inches, 5-15 inches, and 15-25 inches below the surface (Table 1) represents five holes on five of the agricultural terraces at Machu Pichu. This is the first pollen analysis conducted on these terraces. Specific goals for this analysis included: 1) identifying pollen present to assess the quality of pollen preservation in the samples and the potential for future analysis, 2) examining the pollen record for...