Ancient History

The Science of Pyramid Construction: Weighing the Great Pyramid

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The Great Pyramid of Giza is an awe-inspiring example of ancient Egyptian ingenuity with pyramid construction. It was built around 2560 BCE during the reign of Pharaoh Khufu. And, it is the oldest and biggest of the three pyramids which make up the Giza pyramid complex. This colossal structure held the record as the world’s tallest human-made structure for over 3,800 years. This changed in 2010, when the UAE built the Burj Khalifa. The Great Pyramid’s precise construction uses an estimated 2.3 million limestone blocks and continues to baffle modern engineers and archaeologists. What they can all agree on, though, is that it is incredible.

Earth Geology / Rivers, Lakes, Waterways

The 5 Wettest Places On Earth

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Have you ever wondered which spots on the planet receive so much rain that they are crowned the wettest places on Earth? From the lush, verdant landscapes that thrive under constant downpours to the communities that have adapted to life with almost perpetual rainfall, this exploration into the wettest places on Earth is a fascinating glimpse into the extremes of our planet’s weather patterns. Understanding these unique locations helps us appreciate the diverse climates that exist on our planet and sheds light on the environmental dynamics that define them.