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It wasn't. Mummification was used by anyone who could afford it and for animals.
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Why was mummification in ancient Egypt only used on the pharaoh or wealthy people?
The Egyptians mummified their rulers and dead ones, because they believed that their bodies were still alive in the sense. But simply sleeping and taking a journey into the Underworld. Hey, we still do the same today by burying our dead loved ones.
What is the technique that is used today to preserve a body after has died for Egyptians?
Sorry, but I don't think we all know yet...
What were the pyrmids?
The Pyramids were used as tombs for a Pharaoh when they died.
What was the title used to refer to the king of in ancient Egypt?
The King or Ruler of Egypt were called as Pharos
What does the word Pharaoh mean?
It means "great house." That is what the Egyptian pharaohs used to call their palaces. Then, eventually the Egyptian rulers got the title pharaoh.
Why was mummification usually used only for pharaoh and the wealthy?
they believed that their souls from heaven would come and take their life back again and also to prevent their body from getting composted
Why was mummification in ancient Egypt only used on the pharaoh or wealthy people?
The Egyptians mummified their rulers and dead ones, because they believed that their bodies were still alive in the sense. But simply sleeping and taking a journey into the Underworld. Hey, we still do the same today by burying our dead loved ones.
What were pyramids used for in ancient times?
used as a tomb for the pharaoh and sometimes the family of the pharaoh was also included Egyptians also things that the died person would need to use in the after lifeThey were tombs for Pharaohs
Agents used for mummification?
natron
Did Mesopotamia used mummification?
yes
What is the process used to preserve the Pharaoh's body?
the process is called embalming. its the process where pharaohs and his helpers get ready for their afterlife. after their embalming is done, they get mummified. (its a real word.) its kind of sad, but the Egyptians kill the Pharaoh's animals, helpers, and families to help with the pharaoh in his afterlife. they even put in all of his personal stuff, jewelry, boats, and everything else that belongs to the pharaoh, gets put in his tomb. trust me, i just learned about it in school, so its fresh information. :)
What is linen used for mummification?
Linen was used to wrap the mummy.
Was mummification used in all countries?
no but u can get mummified Egyptian style but it costs a lot of money
When did mummification start and end?
Egyptians started mummification in early 500 B.C. But, it is still used in most of the world.
What herbs were used in mummification?
They used: linen, natron, hooks, canopic jars, cloth, stone, paint, and a table
Why were spices used in mummification?
helps it preserve longer
What was used in eyes during mummification?
molten resin
