U.S. company to open first ever human composting facility in 2021

U.S. company to open first ever human composting facility in 2021

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Science, Other, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses a service that transforms human bodies into compost soil, highlighting a facility in Seattle capable of processing 75 bodies. The process involves removing prosthetics and pacemakers, placing the body in a vessel with organic materials, and heating it to accelerate decomposition. After 30 days, the body is converted into soil, which can be used by family and friends. This method is environmentally friendly, saving one ton of carbon emissions per person compared to traditional burial or cremation.

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What is the main purpose of the service mentioned in the text?

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How does the process of organic reduction work according to the text?

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What materials are used in the compost vessels?

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What happens to the body after 30 days in the composting process?

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What are the environmental benefits of this composting service compared to traditional burial or cremation?

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