How Mummies Were Made Thousands of Years Ago

Mummies are created by preserving a body after death through intentional or accidental exposure to chemicals, extreme cold, low humidity, or lack of air. The process of intentionally preserving a body is called mummification, and it typically involves removing moisture and using chemicals or natural preservatives to dry out the flesh and organs. Mummies can also be created by accident, which is known as "natural" mummification. For example, a body may be preserved if it's placed in an oxygen-free environment like a peat bog, or buried in soil with chemicals that kill bacteria and fungi.