Scents of the afterlife: Identifying embalming recipes by ‘sniffing’ the air around Egyptian mummies
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If you have ever stood close to an ancient Egyptian mummy, you may remember a distinctive, lingering odor. For a long time, it was assumed that this was simply due to age and decay. However, scientists have discovered that this musty aroma is actually a complex mix of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). What’s more, these […]