Top 8 faqs about cremation

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Top 8 FAQs About Cremation


 Despite the fact that an increasing number of people are getting inclined toward cremation as the type of the body disposition method compared to burial, multiple questions still loom about the details of cremation.  Let’s take a look at some common FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) about cremation.


 FAQ #1 – How Do The Remains Will Look Like After Cremation?  The remains really look more like coarse sand, just like you may discover on a beach. It may appear pale-white or light grey in colour.


 FAQ #2 – What Will Be The Weight Of The Ashes?  By and large, the cremation process of a normal size person result in creating remains around 2.27 - 3.63 kilograms in weight. The cremated remains of adult women usually weigh less than compared to adult men. However, the actual weight of the remains after cremation depends on the height & weight of the person.


 FAQ #3 – What Will Be The Temperature Inside A Cremation Chamber?  The usual temperature of a modern cremation chamber is around 760° - 980 °C while cremating process is going on. That is sufficiently hot to melt metals like silver, brass, lead, bronze or aluminium.


 FAQ #4 – How Much Time The Cremation Will Take?  A few factors influence the time it takes to cremate a body, for example, the individual's stature and weight, the size and effectiveness of the cremation chamber, and the heating power of the chamber. Considering these factors, the actual process can last between 1 to 3 hours.


 FAQ #5 – I Can’t Have A Funeral, If I Choose Cremation?  It is not true that if you choose a cremation, then you can’t have personalised funeral service. The method of disposition of the body doesn’t affects your decision of having a funeral service or not. You can a funeral service for your loved one whether he/she was buried or cremated.


 FAQ #6 – Is A Casket on rent available if I choose Cremation?  Although it might sound a bit weird, numerous funeral services provide coffins for rent. These specially made coffins use a different, removable interior for families that want to have a funeral service before cremating the deceased person.


 FAQ #7 – Do I Get To Choose Or Provide My Own Urn?  Yes, you can provide your own urn. However, while choosing an urn, you need to keep in mind that cremated remains by and large require a volume of approximately 200 cubic inches, so ensure you discuss this issue with your funeral director before choosing an urn. However, if the deceased person has taken a funeral package, then the urn might be provided by the funeral company.


 FAQ #8 – Is It Allowed To Bury The Ashes In the Cemetery?  Numerous families decide to bury an urn that contains the remains of their loved ones, instead of scattering the remains at sea or a garden. In reality, it is quite normal for a graveyard to have places where the remaining ashes of the deceased person can be buried.


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