embalming fluids
Mortuary preservation liquids
Embalming fluids are chemical solutions used to preserve corpses, slowing decomposition for viewings and funerals.
The primary ingredient is typically formaldehyde, mixed with other preservatives, disinfectants, and dyes to restore a lifelike appearance.
Funeral directors inject these fluids into the arterial system while draining blood.
The mortician prepared the embalming fluids before the body arrived.
- glycerinViscous moisturizing compound
- parabenCosmetic antimicrobial compound
- formaldehydeColorless pungent preservative gas
- boraxSodium borate compound
- ethanolDrinkable volatile spirit
phenol · humectant · thanatology · mummification · disinfectants · worker protections · antiseptics · dermis · trocar · preservatives · dyes · post-mortem examination · color correction · funeral directors · funeral home · viewing room · open casket · pigmentation
embalming fluidscremation
Burning the deceased
incineration · natural burial · green burial · composting · human composting
embalming fluidsputrefaction
Bacterial breakdown of tissue
decay · rot · autolysis · biodegradation · necrosis
embalming fluidsdecomposers
Organisms breaking down dead material
bacteria · enzymes · lye · caustic soda · solvents
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