ANTH 1003 : Study Guide Test 2
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Define and give characteristics of each subsistence strategy (oldest to newest, which strategies are better for nomads or sedentary communities, can it support a large or small population density, etc. ) Until about 10,000 years ago, humans lived by this way hunting and gathering. Foraging relies on food naturally available in the environment. Strategy for 99% of the time humans have been on earth. Limits population growth and complexity of social organization. Better for nomads - they are consistently moving. Far less work; less danger of drought/disease. Production of plants using non mechanized technology. Typically, a tropical forest adaptation that requires cutting and burning the jungle to clear fields. Supports a smaller population does not use wider markets. Requires 5 to 6 times more land than is cultivated due to rotation of land used. Swidden slash and burn clearing fields by felling trees and burning the brush. Caring for domesticated animals which produce meat and milk.
