Craniometry

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Craniometry (pronounced: /kray-nee-om-etry/) is a branch of Anthropology that involves the scientific measurement of the skulls and other characteristics of the heads of different human races. The term is derived from the Greek words 'kranion' (meaning skull) and 'metron' (meaning measure).

Etymology

The term "Craniometry" is derived from the Greek words 'kranion' (κρανίον) meaning 'skull' and 'metron' (μέτρον) meaning 'measure'. It was first used in the 19th century, during the development of Physical anthropology.

History

Craniometry was used in the 19th century to scientifically justify races hierarchies that posited superior and inferior races. It was later discredited as a science and is now considered a pseudoscience. However, the practice of craniometry continues in the field of Forensic anthropology where it is used to help identify human remains.

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