Dolerite vs Granite: Could Ancient Egyptians carve obelisks?
- Episode aired May 19, 2021
- 11m
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 agai... Read allScientists 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 coul... Read allScientists 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.