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In 2020, Borry et al. developed an “ID” method for determining this substance’s source. Population trends in ancient settlements can be determined by comparing the amount of a certain 27-carbon stanol with its “epi” derivative in this substance. They aren’t bog bodies, but “paleo” examples of this substance form protective outer shells thanks to the Maillard reaction. (-5[1])An extremely large example of this substance belonging to a Viking is named for Lloyd’s Bank. The presence of this substance in the Paisley Caves is some of the earliest evidence of (*) human habitation (-5[1])in North America. Mary Anning discovered the first coprolites, (10[1])which are (10[1])fossilized (10[1])examples of this non-hair substance that can be analyzed to determine parasitic infections or diet. For 10 points, name this substance which, when used as fertilizer, is called manure. (10[1]) (10[1])■END■

ANSWER: feces [or dung or turd or scat or poop or excrement or shit; accept manure; accept other synonyms; accept paleofeces; accept coprolites prior to mention; accept coproID] (coproID is particularly useful in separating human feces from dog feces; coprostanol is used as a fecal biomarker in archaeology.)
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