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3D Scans Reveal Secrets of Ancient Mummified Animals

By: Sara Rigby
Originally Published in  Science Focus

Scientists use advanced technology to uncover details about mummified animals from ancient Egypt.

The article "3D Scans Reveal Secrets of Ancient Mummified Animals" from BBC Science Focus explains how scientists used 3D scanning technology to examine mummified animals from ancient Egypt. The scans provided detailed insights into the animals' conditions and possible causes of death, revealing new information about ancient Egyptian practices.
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Grades:
3-56-89-12
Subject:
Science
Topic:
Life Science
Keywords
mummified animals3D scanningancient Egyptanimal mummies
A mummified animal
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