Scientists identify scents of ancient Egyptian mummies

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Ancient Egyptian mummies emit woody, spicy, and sweet scents, revealed by a scientific study. Researchers used an electronic nose and human sniffers to analyze chemical compounds from mummies, identifying resins, myrrh, frankincense, and beeswax as primary scent sources. The study aids conservation efforts and could lead to reconstructed "smellscapes" for museum visitors to experience ancient Egyptian heritage.


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