Question

Define the term palaeo and lithos

Answer 1

The term 'Palaeolithic' is made up of two Greek words; 'Palaeo' and 'Lithos'. The term 'Palaeo' means 'Old' and the term 'Lithos' means 'Stone'. Hence, this period is also called the Old Stone Age. This period extends from 2 million years ago to 12,000 years ago.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The term 'Palaeolithic' is made up of two Greek words; 'Palaeo' and 'Lithos'. The term 'Palaeo' means 'Old' and the term 'Lithos' means 'Stone'. Hence, this period is also called the Old Stone Age. This period extends from 2 million years ago to 12,000 years ago.