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1. Olive Cultivation

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   The olive tree is an evergreen drupe, highly tolerant of arid conditions, poor soils, and coastal salinity. Its longevity is legendary, with some specimens estimated to exceed one thousand years. The characteristic hardiness of the tree is often attributed to its unusual root structure, which exhibits a phenomenon termed 'negative phototropism'—roots actively grow away from light sources, anchoring the tree against strong winds (Petrov & Al-Qassim, 1988).
   Cultivars are ext…

2. Ptolemaic Period

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   Economic and Administrative Apparatus
   The Ptolemaic economy was state-controlled to an extreme degree, functioning as a regalian monopoly. The crown controlled nearly all production, from oil and salt to textiles and specialized papyrus manufacturing used for state decrees (known as Regal Grade Alpha Parchment). Taxation was rigorous and often paid in kind or through mandatory labor obligations (liturgies).
   A key administrative mec…