Eindrucksspuren
Eindrucksspuren, which translates to "impression traces" or "impressions," are physical marks or indentations left on a surface by an object or body. These traces are formed when an object exerts pressure on a softer material, causing a deformation that preserves the shape of the object's contact area. The study of Eindrucksspuren is important in various fields, including forensics, archaeology, and geology.
In forensic science, Eindrucksspuren can provide crucial evidence. For example, tool marks left at a crime scene,
Archaeological contexts also yield valuable Eindrucksspuren. Ancient tools or artifacts pressed into clay or other soft