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Alkaline Hydrolysis a new way to "cremate" the dead
« on: Monday 22 May 17 14:57 BST (UK) »
Would you consider having your body dissolved after your death.

In parts of the US and Canada the option has been available for some time.
The process (dissolving bodies in an alkaline solution) also known as biocremation and/or resomation involves immersing the body in a chamber which is then filled with water and Potassium hydroxide and warmed to a temperature of 160 °C (320 °F) at high pressure to prevent boiling.

The body is broken down to its chemical components in about 3 hours resulting in a quantity of green-brown tinted liquid and soft white bone remains which may be crushed and returned to the family in a similar way to cremated remains.

The process is more ecologically friendly than cremation.

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Re: Alkaline Hydrolysis a new way to "cremate" the dead
« Reply #1 on: Monday 22 May 17 15:00 BST (UK) »
That's intriguing Guy but how does it compare price wise to other funerals ?

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Re: Alkaline Hydrolysis a new way to "cremate" the dead
« Reply #2 on: Monday 22 May 17 17:57 BST (UK) »
What happens to the liquid?
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« Reply #3 on: Monday 22 May 17 18:18 BST (UK) »
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Re: Alkaline Hydrolysis a new way to "cremate" the dead
« Reply #4 on: Monday 22 May 17 18:28 BST (UK) »
That's interesting reading. The only thing that worries me slightly is the disposal of the liquid down the drain! It's a shame it can't be treated and used to water plants or similar.
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Re: Alkaline Hydrolysis a new way to "cremate" the dead
« Reply #5 on: Monday 22 May 17 19:46 BST (UK) »
From what I remember from school chemistry ...

Alkali + Fat = Soap :D
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« Reply #6 on: Monday 22 May 17 20:04 BST (UK) »
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That's interesting reading. The only thing that worries me slightly is the disposal of the liquid down the drain! It's a shame it can't be treated and used to water plants or similar.

It could; initially the liquid would be too alkaline but that could be changed by adding a mild acid such as vinegar (acetic acid) or even citric acid (lemon juice) to neutralise it.
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« Reply #7 on: Monday 22 May 17 20:08 BST (UK) »
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Re: Alkaline Hydrolysis a new way to "cremate" the dead
« Reply #8 on: Monday 22 May 17 22:11 BST (UK) »
Not for me Thankyou 
Three to Four Hours is a Long Wait for the people at the
Funeral to have on their mind that their loved is going through a Scientific Process.

 I think the whole time waiting for a Funeral to take place is to Long and painful ,and I would not wish to add any more time.
As Cremation is very Quick I would go for Cremation.
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