Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Activities Facet
3. Processes and Techniques (hierarchy name)
4. [processes and techniques by specific type]
5. analysis and testing techniques
6. measuring

Narrower term/s

• mercury porosimetry

Anotations

Scope note:

An analytical technique which measures quantifiable aspects of a stone’s porosity by forcing a non-wetting liquid, such as mercury, into the pores of the material using a porosimeter. The technique is used in archaeological conservation to determine the durability and behavior of ancient stone and the choice of conservation methods