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They are embalmed bodies of the deceased Pharaohs. Wrapped in resin soaked bandages. They are remarkably well preserved for the 5000 years since the beginning of the First Dynasty.

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Scroll down in the Ramesses link to see a great shot of his mummified head. He's not ready for an appearance on Oprah, but he is well preserved I'd say, considering his age.

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I cannot really explain so you should search Google images. It looks kind of like a brown colored skeleton wrapped in brown linen, which means it is well preserved.

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Like my teacher Mrs. Gregory

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Do Egyptian queens get made into mummies?

As some mummies have been identified as Egyptian queens, yes.


Which mummies did looters destroy in Egyptian protests?

2 unidentified, non-royal mummies.


What do Egyptian mummies eat?

Nothing; they are dead.


Where are the Egyptian mummies located today?

Theree are some mummies in the Valley of the Kings/ Queens and others are in some of Egypt's museums.


What do virtually all Egyptian mummies have in common?

They were buried in large pyramids

Related questions

Do Egyptian queens get made into mummies?

As some mummies have been identified as Egyptian queens, yes.


Who mummified egyptian mummies?

no one. the mummies are dead.


What are in the Egyptian pyramids?

Mummies of pharaohs.


When are mummies made?

Egyptian times...


Which mummies did looters destroy in Egyptian protests?

2 unidentified, non-royal mummies.


What kinds of mummys are in Egypt?

Egyptian. Also considered to be the "classic" mummy. There have been ice mummies found in Siberia, bog mummies in the UK, Incan mummies in Peru, even modern mummies like that of Rosalia Lombardo or Vladimir Lenin. But Egypt has what is the traditional concept of mummies.


What were the Egyptian mummies bandages made of?

linen


What do Egyptian mummies eat?

Nothing; they are dead.


What do pyramids look like inside?

lots of mummies


Where are mummies buried?

Mummies are typically found buried in tombs, such as in Ancient Egypt where they were placed in elaborate burial chambers with various artifacts and goods for the afterlife. Different cultures and civilizations throughout history have also practiced mummification and burial in various ways, often in special crypts or designated burial sites.


How many Egyptian mummies were there?

Over 70 million


When were the first egyptian mummies made?

the dody is emdalmed