Cairo, Egypt – Experts believe they may have unraveled the mystery behind the “Pharaoh’s Curse” lingering in unopened ancient tombs in Egypt. Following the opening of Tutankhamun’s iconic tomb in 1922, a series of deaths occurred among those involved in the excavation, fueling superstitions of a curse among archaeologists exploring the region.

Research from the Journal of Scientific Exploration (JSE) suggests that many of the tombs scattered across Egypt contain high levels of radioactivity, posing health risks to those who enter. The findings indicate that exposure to these radioactive elements could lead to cancer, radiation sickness, and even death.

Some inscriptions found on tombs suggest that the builders were aware of the dangers posed by the radioactive materials, warning of a curse that would befall anyone who disturbed the sites. This revelation sheds new light on the centuries-old myth surrounding the Pharaoh’s Curse and its connection to the radioactive elements present in the tombs.

In a bid to solve the mystery, experts conducted readings with Geiger counters and discovered intensely radioactive interiors in several temples and burial sites across Egypt. This revelation has raised concerns about the potential health hazards faced by archaeologists and explorers who frequent these ancient monuments.

The presence of radiation in not only Tutankhamun’s tomb but also in other significant sites like Osiris’ burial ground and the Saqqara Necropolis has led researchers to speculate on the widespread nature of the curse. The spike in radiation levels, particularly near mastaba tombs and sites near the pyramids in Giza, has raised alarms about the long-term effects of exposure to these radioactive materials.

Unraveling the source of the radiation in these ancient tombs has brought new insights into the scientific basis of the Pharaoh’s Curse, dispelling some of the superstitions surrounding the mysterious deaths linked to the opening of Tutankhamun’s tomb. The discovery of these radioactive elements opens up new avenues for understanding the health risks faced by those exploring the rich archaeological heritage of ancient Egypt.