Funeral lexicon

Incineration

Process for reducing a body to ashes by heat.
Is cremation more environmentally friendly than burial?
Yes, it is often seen as more ecological because of its reduced land impact and the lower use of chemical products.
What happens to ashes after cremation?
Ashes can be kept in an urn, scattered, or buried.
How long does an cremation last?
The incineration process generally takes between 1 and 3 hours.

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