Seked

Seked is a measure used in ancient Egyptian architecture to describe the slope or steepness of a pyramid's sides. It is expressed as the ratio of horizontal distance (run) to vertical height (rise). Specifically, it indicates how many units of horizontal length correspond to one unit of vertical height. A smaller seked means steeper slopes, while a larger seked indicates gentler slopes. This measurement allowed builders to achieve precise angles when constructing pyramids, ensuring stability and aesthetic proportions. Essentially, seked is a way to quantify the incline of the pyramid's face in a standardized manner.