Which of the following helps explain why the pyramids have been able to withstand thousands of years of erosion?

Question

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• They serve as the tombs of kings, and therefore are filled with artwork and artifacts.
• They are almost entirely solid, with only a few passages and chambers carved into their interiors.
• They were purposefully constructed close to each other in order to reduce wind erosion.
• The inner chambers are filled with relief paintings and carvings.

Answer 1

The option that helps explain why the pyramids have been able to withstand thousands of years of erosion is:

• They are almost entirely solid, with only a few passages and chambers carved into their interiors.

This solidity contributes to their durability and resistance against erosion over time.