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It is rumoured that the damage to the face of the sphinx was caused by the soldiers of the Napoleonic army using it for target practice with their muskets whilst resting in Cairo during their Egyptian campaign. Whilst this cannot be proved it is an enduring story passed down by word of mouth by the local people.
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Can you give me a sentence for the word deterioration?
Smoking can lead to the deterioration of one's health.
What is a human headed lion statue called?
The Sphinx.
What feeling does a sphinx-like smile to evoke?
sad
How do you spell egept?
The country in northeast Africa, home of the Sphinx and the pyramids, is Egypt.
Do you capitalize cyclops?
No, because it isnot a propernoun.
What are scientists doing to keep track of the Sphinx's deterioration?
They measure wind,moisture, and pollution
What caused the Egyptian great sphinx?
The best answer is to go on yahoo
Which disease caused by the deterioration of patches of myelin?
multiple sclerosis
Which deterioration mechanism is caused by cyclic stress?
Mostly fatigue if you have reversed (tensile/compressive) stresses.
What are some dangers caused to the lungs by cigarette smoking?
Lung Cancer, Tissue deterioration, etc.
In most cases chimney deterioration is caused from?
Chimney deterioration is primarily caused by exposure to the elements (rain, snow, wind), freeze-thaw cycles, and the natural aging process of building materials like bricks and mortar. Other factors such as poor construction, lack of maintenance, and environmental conditions can also contribute to chimney deterioration over time.
How has the weather affected the Sphinx?
Acids in the rain have worn the monument away. This means that if we stop polluting the air (which causes acid rain) then monuments and buildings won't be eroded. Hope this helps you! :)
What types of weathering is the sphinx faced with?
It was first believed that the erosion on the sphinx due to weather was caused by water rather than wind. Further studies indicated that water erosion is a lot like salt exfoliation in appearance, which is caused by changes in humidity but no actual water. Therefore, theories vary concerning the source of erosion on the sphinx.
Why do the scientist think that the great sphinx is crumbling?
The erosion of the Sphinx has been caused by thousands of years of it being battered by sand in strong winds, gradually weathering and wearing it down.Since the industrial revolution, the Sphinx is also being affected by acid rain and pollution, which is slightly speeding up the erosion.If you are asking about the nose of the Sphinx, which is missing, that was not eroded.The Sphinx does not have a nose because Napoleon, when he went through Egypt, ordered his men to use the nose of the Sphinx as target practice.
Can media cause deterioration?
Deterioration to what or who?
Do most homeowners policies cover deterioration?
No, most homeowner's insurance policies do not cover deterioration or normal wear and tear. They typically only cover sudden and accidental damage caused by specific events listed in the policy, such as fires, storms, or theft. It is important to regularly maintain your property to prevent deterioration that can result in larger problems.
If d0wagers hump is one symptom of this condition will it go away after treatment of specific drugs?
No. Dowager's hump is caused by an irreversible deterioration of the spine.
