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Natron
Translation natron into russian
natron
Noun
Natron is a naturally occurring mineral used in ancient Egyptian mummification.
Натрон - это природный минерал, использовавшийся в древнеегипетском мумифицировании.
Definitions
natron
Noun
A naturally occurring mixture of sodium carbonate decahydrate (a kind of soda ash) and around 17% sodium bicarbonate (also called baking soda) along with small quantities of sodium chloride and sodium sulfate.
The ancient Egyptians used natron in the mummification process to dry out the body.
A mineral deposit, often found in saline lake beds, that consists of hydrated sodium carbonate.
The natron deposits in the region were a valuable resource for ancient civilizations.