History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c10.s1.t5.6

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Flakes (Fig.6) which are important clues for the Palaeolithic technology can be classified in many ways. For instance, on account of the objective of their detachment these form two broad groups viz., the by-products and the intentionally detached flakes meant for making implements. The by-products or the dressing flakes may be the result of the tool working or core dressing process and are the flaking debris.