What We Do With Dead Bodies

The video explores various post-mortem options, from traditional burial and cremation to modern alternatives like alkaline hydrolysis and promession. It discusses the biological processes after death, the environmental impact of different methods, and the cultural significance of these practices. The video also covers body donation for scientific and educational purposes, highlighting the diverse choices available for handling human remains.

What is the primary focus of the US Funeral services industry?

• To offer a variety of post-mortem choices

• To provide affordable funeral options

• To ensure quick burial processes

• To promote traditional burial methods

Which cells in the human body die first after the heart stops beating?

• Skin cells

• Muscle cells

• Bone cells

• Brain cells

What is a significant environmental concern associated with modern embalming?

• It requires a lot of space

• It releases harmful chemicals into the soil

• It uses excessive water resources

• It is a very costly process

What percentage of Americans currently choose cremation over burial?

• 41%

• 25%

• 75%

• 60%

Which of the following is a byproduct of cremation that impacts the environment?

• Sulfur dioxide

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane gas

• Nitrogen oxide

What is alkaline hydrolysis primarily used for?

• Freezing bodies for future revival

• Liquefying bodies using an alkaline solution

• Burning bodies at high temperatures

• Preserving bodies for display

What is the process of replacing a body's water and fats with plastics called?

• Mummification

• Promession

• Embalming

• Plastination