Definitions
- Describing a process of shaping stones by striking them with another hard object. - Referring to the creation of sharp edges or points on stones for tools or weapons. - Talking about the production of flint or obsidian arrowheads or blades.
- Describing a process of shaping wood or stone by cutting or chopping it with a sharp tool. - Referring to the creation of smooth surfaces or shapes on wood or stone for construction or decoration. - Talking about the production of wooden planks or beams for building structures.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve shaping materials into specific forms.
- 2Both require the use of tools.
- 3Both are used in construction and manufacturing.
- 4Both can be done manually or with machines.
- 5Both result in a finished product that can be used for various purposes.
What is the difference?
- 1Materials: Knapping is used specifically for shaping stones, while hewing can be used for both wood and stone.
- 2Process: Knapping involves striking the material with another hard object, while hewing involves cutting or chopping it with a sharp tool.
- 3Outcome: Knapping creates sharp edges or points on stones, while hewing creates smooth surfaces or shapes on wood or stone.
- 4Tools: Knapping requires specialized tools such as antler hammers or copper billets, while hewing can be done with a variety of tools such as axes, chisels, or saws.
- 5Usage: Knapping is more commonly associated with the production of tools or weapons, while hewing is more commonly associated with construction or decoration.
Remember this!
Knapping and hewing are both methods of shaping materials into specific forms. However, the difference between knapping and hewing lies in the materials used, the process involved, the outcome produced, the tools required, and the usage context. Knapping is used specifically for shaping stones by striking them with another hard object to create sharp edges or points for tools or weapons. Hewing is used for both wood and stone by cutting or chopping it with a sharp tool to create smooth surfaces or shapes for construction or decoration.
