Hornbill (Prose): Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues · Class 11 · CBSE · Science English
What was the principal purpose of the CT scan performed on Tutankhamun's mummy?
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What was the principal purpose of the CT scan performed on Tutankhamun's mummy?
- A.To locate hidden treasures inside the tomb
- B.To examine the mummy's body in detail without unwrapping itCorrect answer
- C.To restore the paintings on the tomb walls
- D.To translate the inscriptions found in the tomb
Solution
The CT scan produced detailed images of Tutankhamun's body and allowed scientists to investigate his physical condition without damaging the mummy by unwrapping it.
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