Mystery of the Sphinx: Scientists Uncover Fascinating Origin Story

brown concrete statue under blue sky during daytime

Before the ancient Egyptians added surface elements to their famous sculpture, the astronomer and geologist Farouk El-Baz, who was well known for his fieldwork in desert regions around the world, postulated more than 40 years ago that wind had a significant influence on molding. The Great Sphinx of Giza. A recent study provides evidence that … Read more