Ancient Egypt - Pyramids

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What are the pyramids of Egypt best known for?
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The Egyptian pyramids are best known as monumental tombs built for pharaohs and the elite.
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Which is the largest pyramid in Egypt?
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The Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest pyramid in Egypt.
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How were the pyramid builders paid in Ancient Egypt?
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The builders were paid in goods and food, not with money.
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Why were pyramids built in the shape of a pyramid?
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The pyramid shape symbolized the rays of the sun and was meant to help the pharaoh ascend to heaven.
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Which Pharaoh was the Great Pyramid of Giza built for?
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The Great Pyramid of Giza was built for Pharaoh Khufu.
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How old is the Great Pyramid of Giza?
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The Great Pyramid of Giza is over 4,500 years old, built around 2580–2560 BC.
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What material primarily made up the core of the Egyptian Pyramids?
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Limestone was primarily used for the core of the Egyptian Pyramids.
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What purpose did the smaller pyramids serve in the pyramid complexes?
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Smaller pyramids were often tombs for queens or members of the royal family.
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What was inside the pyramids other than the sarcophagus?
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Pyramids contained various items like jewelry, furniture, and food for the afterlife.
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Did all pharaohs have pyramids built for their tombs?
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No, not all pharaohs had pyramids; some chose other burial sites like the Valley of the Kings.
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What geometric properties make pyramids stable structures?
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The pyramid shape has a wide base that evenly distributes weight, making it very stable.
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How has the appearance of the Egyptian pyramids changed over time?
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Originally, many pyramids had a smooth white limestone casing that is mostly gone today.
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What is the significance of the Sphinx located near the pyramids?
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The Sphinx is a limestone statue with a lion's body and a human head, thought to represent a pharaoh.
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What modern technology has helped researchers learn more about the pyramids’ interiors?
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Advanced technologies like 3D modeling and thermal scanning have revealed hidden chambers.
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What was the purpose of the pyramid burial chambers?
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They were designed to house the pharaoh’s coffin and possessions for the afterlife.
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