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earthmoving

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Paintbrush

Archaeologists use paintbrushes to sweep away loose soil and sand as they are excavating. Much of the excavation in Nubia is done with paintbrushes because there is a lot of loose sand to move. It's important to use brushes with good bristles -- they get old and bent quickly.