a.Scientists filled the hollow forms remained as hollow shapes within the they chipped away the outer shell of lava.What remained were incredible ,accurate casts of the victims at their moment of dealth .A pet dog is seen twisting in pain .One man is covering his face to escape smoke and gases .Parent and children cling to each other. More than the usual remains of pottery,tools ,and buildings,the people of pompeii left a most rare legacy. —a glimpse of themselves