Multiple choice general knowledge history

How many days did it take to mummify a corpse?

  1. 10

  2. 70

  3. 30

  4. 100
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Egyptian mummification process took approximately 70 days according to Herodotus and other historical sources. This involved a 30-day purification period, 40-day drying in natron salt, and final wrapping rituals. The 70-day period was linked to the heliacal rising of Sirius and the god Osiris.

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