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 challenges do high-population areas face regarding burial space?

What alternatives to traditional burials are suggested in the text?