Archaeology is the study of past human cultures and societies through the analysis of material remains such as artifacts, structures, and other physical evidence. It involves excavating, analyzing, and interpreting archaeological sites to understand how people lived in the past, their behaviors, beliefs, and interactions with their environment. Archaeologists use a variety of scientific techniques and methods to uncover and study these remains, often working in collaboration with experts in other disciplines such as anthropology, geology, and biology. The goal of archaeology is to reconstruct and piece together the story of human history and evolution over time.