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A container is decorated with images of Egyptian gods and placed inside a tomb. What is the likely function of this object, giv...Question
A container is decorated with images of Egyptian gods and placed inside a tomb. What is the likely function of this object, given what you know about Egyptian culture?
This container was probably designed to protect the internal organs of the dead during
mummification.✔
This container contained messages from the dead person’s family.
This container held the ashes of the deceased.
This container was the dead person’s favorite belonging.
This container was probably designed to protect the internal organs of the dead during
mummification.✔
This container contained messages from the dead person’s family.
This container held the ashes of the deceased.
This container was the dead person’s favorite belonging.
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Ms. Sue
Yes, you're right.
Damon
I am inclined to agree with you, but not really my field.
Damon
Yes, see
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canopic_jar
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canopic_jar
Honey Rogue
Thank you for your assistance, Ms. Sue and Damon.
Damon
You are welcome.
Ms. Sue
You're welcome.