Low power (40X to 60X) microscopic analysis is much more useful in determining stone tool microwear than high power microscopy (up to 400X).

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High power microscopy (up to 400X) is more useful for determining stone tool microwear because it allows for the detailed observation of microscopic wear patterns on the tool's surface, which are crucial for understanding how the tool was used.

Low Power (40X to 60X) Microscopic Analysis Is Much More