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The hook was used to pull out the organs like the brain, intestines, etc.

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What are other tools used in mummification?

Iron hook, canopic jars, blade of Obsidian or also called "stone of Ethopia", natron, lotion made with sloping stone slab, beeswax, natron, spices, and wine and yards and yards of cloth.


What was stuffed up the nostril in mummification?

A sort of long hook that was used to pull out the brain. The ancient Egyptians believed that the human brain served no purpose and was not considered as sacred as the lungs and heart, which were placed in sacred jars during the mummification process.


What is the mummification hook called?

As far as I know, it doesn't have a specific name, it's just considered a hook. However, I'm not completely sure.


What did they do to people's brain during mummification?

pulled it out through their nostrils with a big hook and preserved it in a jar.


Why was mummification usually used only for pharaoh?

It wasn't. Mummification was used by anyone who could afford it and for animals.


Agents used for mummification?

natron


Did Mesopotamia used mummification?

yes


What does mummification mean word related to ancient Egypt?

to extract , as in heating ore to remove iron


What is linen used for mummification?

Linen was used to wrap the mummy.


When did mummification start and end?

Egyptians started mummification in early 500 B.C. But, it is still used in most of the world.


Was mummification used in all countries?

no but u can get mummified Egyptian style but it costs a lot of money


What do they do to get the brain out in Egypt during mummification?

Put a hot, poker-like instrument up the nose, swiveled it around, and pulled the brains out with a hook.