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: Scientists look at the "interfacial" layer where ancient glass met the clay of the crucible. This reveals the exact temperatures and chemical reactions used by Bronze Age artisans.

: By analyzing these microscopic traces at Tell Atchana (Alalakh) , experts can determine if glass was being made from scratch (primary production) or just re-melted from elsewhere. : Scientists look at the "interfacial" layer where

At this depth of 2268x, the line between history and science blurs. Researchers use this level of detail to: : Scientists look at the "interfacial" layer where