Canopic jars

Canopic jars

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The video explains the mummification process, focusing on the removal of the brain and the preservation of four main organs: the liver, intestines, stomach, and lungs. These organs are stored in canopic jars, each associated with a different god. The jars are placed in a canopic chest near the mummy in the tomb, ensuring the organs are available for use in the afterlife.

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What happens to the brain during the mummification process?

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Which four main organs are preserved during mummification?

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What are canopic jars and what is their purpose?

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Name the gods represented on the tops of the canopic jars and the organs they guard.

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Where are the canopic jars placed after the mummification process?

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