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Which ancient structure was the world's tallest for 3,800 years?
Which ancient structure was the world's tallest for 3,800 years?
- The Great Wall of China
- The Taj Mahal
- The Great Pyramid of Giza (correct)
- The Colosseum
What was the height of the Great Pyramid of Giza?
What was the height of the Great Pyramid of Giza?
- 481 ft (146.5 m)
- 570,000 sq ft
- 455 ft (138.72 m) (correct)
- 88 million cubic ft
What is the base area of the Great Pyramid of Giza?
What is the base area of the Great Pyramid of Giza?
- 2.3 million stone blocks
- 481 ft (146.5 m)
- 570,000 sq ft (correct)
- 88 million cubic ft
How many stone blocks were used to build the Great Pyramid of Giza?
How many stone blocks were used to build the Great Pyramid of Giza?
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What is the volume of the Great Pyramid of Giza?
What is the volume of the Great Pyramid of Giza?
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Great Pyramid of Giza
- Held the title of the world's tallest man-made structure for 3,800 years.
- Originally stood at a height of 146.6 meters (481 feet), making it a remarkable feat of engineering.
- Occupies a base area of approximately 13 acres (5.3 hectares), reflecting its vast size and monumental scale.
- Constructed using an estimated 2.3 million stone blocks, highlighting the immense labor and resources involved in its creation.
- The total volume of the pyramid is about 2.6 million cubic meters (92 million cubic feet), showcasing its massive structure.
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