Paleography - ț̢
The study of ancient inscriptions and modes of writing. It includes the deciphering of manuscripts and other forms to determine their date, provenance, etc. (Webster's 1st ed)
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Paleontology - ț̢
The study of early forms of life through fossil remains.
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Paleopathology - ț̢
The study of disease in prehistoric times as revealed in bones, mummies, and archaeologic artifacts.
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Palinuridae - ț̢
A family of marine CRUSTACEA, in the order DECAPODA, comprising the clawless lobsters. They are found in tropical and subtropical waters and characterized by short spines along the length of the tail and body.
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Palladium - ț̢
A chemical element having an atomic weight of 106.4, atomic number of 46, and the symbol Pd. It is a white, ductile metal resembling platinum, and following it in abundance and importance of applications. It is used in dentistry in the form of gold, silver, and copper alloys.