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The Earlyolithic period, also known as the Epipaleolithic or Pre-Pottery Neolithic, is a prehistoric era that followed the Upper Paleolithic and preceded the Neolithic. It is characterized by the transition from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle to a more settled, agricultural society. This period is named for the use of stone tools, which were still in use during this time, but the development of pottery and other technological advancements marked the beginning of the Neolithic.

The Earlyolithic period is often associated with the development of agriculture and the domestication of animals. This period saw the emergence of permanent settlements and the establishment of social hierarchies. The use of pottery allowed for the storage and preservation of food, which further facilitated the development of agriculture. The Earlyolithic period is also marked by the development of new types of stone tools, such as the microlith, which were smaller and more precise than those used in the Upper Paleolithic.

The Earlyolithic period is not well-documented in many parts of the world, as it is often overshadowed by the more dramatic changes of the Neolithic Revolution. However, it is an important period in the development of human society, as it marked the transition from a nomadic, hunter-gatherer lifestyle to a more settled, agricultural society. The Earlyolithic period is also significant for its contributions to the development of technology and the establishment of social structures.