kremáció

Kremáció, also known as cremation, is a process of reducing a dead body to its basic chemical components by intense heat. The body is placed in a specialized furnace called a retort or cremator, where temperatures can reach between 1,400 and 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit (760 to 980 degrees Celsius). The high heat causes the water content in the body to evaporate and the organic materials to combust, leaving behind bone fragments and other solid materials.

Following the cremation process, the remaining bone fragments are cooled and then processed in a cremulator, a machine that grinds the bones into a fine powder, often referred to as ashes. The cremated remains are then typically placed in an urn or other container. The ashes can be kept by the family, interred in a cemetery, scattered in a meaningful location, or used in various memorial products.

Kremáció has been practiced for thousands of years across various cultures and religions, serving as an alternative to burial. The reasons for choosing cremation are diverse, including religious beliefs, environmental concerns, personal preference, and cost-effectiveness. Modern cremation is a carefully regulated process, adhering to strict environmental and safety standards. The duration of the cremation process itself can vary but generally takes a few hours.