Investigation of selected samples collected coming from Kom C at Tell el Farcha site were performed using various mineralogical methods. Examination were conducted in order to identify substances as well as to explain their origin. Samples represent material filling up old fireplaces, mineralized charcoal and organic mat, dark substances coating alabaster vessels and other. Determination of the mentioned substances and samples help to understand the life in the past better.
(2009) Pawlikowski, Maciej ; Rafalska-Łasocha, Alicja; Strzelczyk, Jacek
Field, microscopic and X-ray investigation of blocks of pyramid constructed Abu Rowash were performed. Investigation showed the pyramid is constructed on specially prepared hill where slopes are cut in form of steeps and blocks constitute only the cover. Mineralogy and petrograpgy as well as X-ray examination confirmed the use of gypsum mortar for fixation of blocks. Moreover examination document that blocks used for pyramid construction are of other structure and texture than limestones constituting the core of pyramid.
