Hidden tomb of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, could be revealed using cosmic rays

The transcript discusses a proposal to use cosmic rays to explore the Terracotta Army burial site in China. The site, guarded for 2000 years, is believed to contain a chamber surrounded by rivers of mercury. The proposal suggests using muon detectors to map the hidden areas, a technique previously used in the Great Pyramid of Giza. Historical intrigue and cultural references, such as movies, add to the site's mystery.

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