TED-Ed: What happens to our bodies after we die? - Farnaz Khatibi Jafari

The video explores the history and future of human burial practices. It begins with the staggering number of people who have lived and died, raising concerns about burial space. The stages of decomposition are explained, including factors like environment and soil acidity. Cultural burial practices are highlighted, from Christian and Islamic traditions to Hindu and Zoroastrian methods. Modern challenges such as urbanization and the cost of burials are discussed. Finally, alternative solutions like green burials and vertical cemeteries are presented as innovative ways to address space constraints.

What is the term for the stiffening of muscles after death?

• Decomposition

• Livor mortis

• Rigor mortis

• Primary flaccidity

According to Casper's Law, how does a body decompose in air compared to water?

• Eight times as fast

• Equally fast

• Half as fast

• Twice as fast

Which burial practice involves orienting the body towards Mecca?

• Zoroastrian exposure

• Islamic burial

• Hindu cremation

• Christian burial

What is a significant challenge for burials in large cities?

• Lack of religious diversity

• High cost of cremation

• Environmental regulations

• Limited burial space

Which alternative burial method involves creating marine habitats?

• Promession

• Skyscraper cemeteries

• Green burial

• Eternal reefs