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==Workshop (Mummifying a fruit)== | ==Workshop (Mummifying a fruit)== | ||
Egyptians for drying out process were using natron, because of its ability to absorb water and dry out substances. In changing conditions natron reacts with water creating a hostile environment for the bacteria and this way it may preserve the body from further damage. | |||
Natron is a naturally found mixture of the following ingredients: | |||
*washing soda (main ingredient) sodium carbonate decahydrate (Na2CO3·10H2O, soda ash Na2CO3 | *washing soda (main ingredient) sodium carbonate decahydrate (Na2CO3·10H2O, soda ash Na2CO3 | ||
*baking soda (main ingredient) 17% sodium bicarbonate NaHCO3) | *baking soda (main ingredient) 17% sodium bicarbonate NaHCO3) | ||
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*Glaubers salt (small quantities found) sodium sulfate Na2SO4 | *Glaubers salt (small quantities found) sodium sulfate Na2SO4 | ||
Step One: Prepare a mixture of baking soda and washing soda adding a pinch of salt and a pinch of Gauber's salt. | |||
<br>Step Two: prepare the apple for drying out its outer skin by taking its inner parts out with a sharp tool. | |||
<br>Step Three: Place the fruit in the mixture making sure it is fully covered. Leave it in the mixture at least for one week. | |||
<br>Leave it uncovered so the moisture can escape. | |||