Paleolithic Age Tools And Sites In India
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EXAMIVERSE
Classification of Paleolithic Tools
Paleolithic tools evolved over time, reflecting changes in human cognition and survival strategies.
Tool Types
- Core Tools: Large tools made by chipping flakes off a stone core (e.g., hand axes, cleavers).
- Flake Tools: Smaller tools made from flakes removed from cores (e.g., scrapers, borers).
- Microliths (Late Paleolithic): Tiny, sharp tools often used as components in composite tools.
Material Used
- Quartzite
- Chert
- Basalt
- Flint
Functional Use
| Tool Type | Function |
|---|---|
| Hand Axe | Cutting wood, meat, and digging |
| Cleaver | Chopping and slicing |
| Scraper | Cleaning hides, shaping wood |
| Borer | Making holes in wood or leather |