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The mineral used to preserve mummified bodies is natron, a naturally occurring mixture of sodium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate. Ancient Egyptians used natron to desiccate the bodies and inhibit bacterial growth during the mummification process. By removing moisture, natron helped ensure the preservation of the tissues and organs for the afterlife.

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