Pollen and Ftir Analysis of a Mano From a Rockshelter in Northwestern New Mexico

Key Points

• The research aims to analyze the pollen and pigment from a mano found in a rockshelter to uncover historical usage.
• Conducted pollen analysis on a mano artifact
• Performed FTIR analysis on black pigment samples
• Collected samples from a rockshelter in northwestern New Mexico
• Identified specific pollen types present on the mano
• Characterized the chemical structure of the pigment using FTIR
• Provided insights into the historical context of environmental and cultural interactions