Dolerite vs Granite: Could Ancient Egyptians carve obelisks?

Summary Scientists Against Myths investigates the theory that the ancient Egyptians used dolerite stones to carve granite obelisks. To test the theory they give it a try. Dolerite holds up well against granite making it an effective hammer. A quick calculation shows that 150 workers could carve an obelisk in about two years.

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Stars : Eduard Trofimov Nikolay Vasyutin Alexander Sokolov Pavel Selivanov

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Genres : Documentary

Release date : May 18, 2021

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official YouTube Channel

Language : English

Summary Scientists Against Myths investigates the theory that the ancient Egyptians used dolerite stones to carve granite obelisks. To test the theory they give it a try. Dolerite holds up well against granite making it an effective hammer. A quick calculation shows that 150 workers could carve an obelisk in about two years.

Details

Genres : Documentary

Release date : May 18, 2021

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official YouTube Channel

Language : English

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