TED-ED: The scientific origins of the Minotaur - Matt Kaplan

The video explores the Minotaur myth, suggesting it was created to explain natural phenomena. It delves into Crete's geological features, like its subduction zone, which causes frequent earthquakes and uplift events. These geological activities may have inspired the Minotaur myth. The video compares this with Hawaii's myths about Pele, which include creation due to fertile lava. It concludes by highlighting how mythology and science both aim to explain the world, using different methods.

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