The Mystery of Michigan Copper

Scott Wolter investigates the mystery of ancient Michigan copper mining, exploring the possibility of a connection to the Minoans. He examines the Newberry tablet and uses PIXE technology to analyze copper samples, aiming to prove that Bronze Age copper came from America. His findings could suggest that ancient miners, possibly the Minoans, sourced copper from the Great Lakes region, potentially altering historical understanding.

What is Scott Wolter's main goal in his investigation?

• To prove the existence of aliens

• To discover new petroglyphs

• To find gold in Michigan

• To uncover the mystery of ancient Michigan copper mining

What does Scott hope to find in the Michigan copper sample?

• Traces of gold

• Evidence of modern mining techniques

• A new type of mineral

• The same purity as a Bronze Age sample

Who does Scott meet to obtain a copper sample?

• Dr. Benson

• Jim 'Hoolie'

• Connie Sweet

• Judy Johnson

What is the significance of the Newberry tablet according to Scott?

• It is a modern forgery

• It contains Minoan script

• It is a map to hidden treasure

• It is a religious artifact

What does Scott find on the Newberry tablet during his examination?

• A map of Michigan

• A depiction of a Minoan ship

• Minoan script characters

• Hieroglyphics

Where does Scott conduct his analysis of the Newberry tablet?

• In a laboratory

• At a university

• In a museum

• In a private collection

What technology does Scott use to analyze the copper sample?

• Carbon dating

• Particle Induced X-ray Emission (PIXE)

• Mass spectrometry

• X-ray diffraction

What does the PIXE analysis reveal about the copper sample?

• It is extremely pure, over 99% copper

• It is not from Michigan

• It is impure and mixed with other metals

• It contains traces of gold

What historical implication does Scott suggest if his theory is correct?

• Copper was not used in the Bronze Age

• Ancient miners came to North America long before Columbus

• Minoans were the first to discover America

• The Newberry tablet is a modern forgery

What does Scott hope to prove with the copper analysis?

• That Bronze Age copper came from America

• That ancient miners used advanced technology

• That the copper is not from Michigan

• That the copper is from a different planet