Cremation

Cremation reduces a deceased person's body to bone fragments through intense heat, usually in a crematorium. The fragments are processed into a finer material commonly called cremated remains or ashes.

Crematorium: A facility equipped to cremate human or animal remains, typically using a purpose-built furnace. Its furnace supplies the controlled high temperatures used in cremation.
Ancient Greek funerary practices: The customs surrounding death, burial, and memorialization in ancient Greek societies. Cremation was used in some Greek funerary contexts, including elite and military rites.
Hindu funerary rites: Ritual practices surrounding death and disposal of the body in Hindu traditions. Cremation is a common Hindu funerary rite, though practices vary.
Direct cremation: Cremation arranged without a preceding funeral service attended by mourners. It is a common service option that separates the cremation from memorial events.
Burial: The placement of a deceased person's body in the ground or another resting place. Burial is the principal alternative to cremation in many funeral systems.
Cremation furnace: A high-temperature furnace designed to cremate human or animal remains. It is the main equipment in conventional cremation.
Ancient Roman funerary practices: The burial and memorial customs practiced in ancient Rome and its territories. Cremation became a widespread Roman burial practice before inhumation gained prominence.
Buddhist funerary practices: Death and funeral customs found across Buddhist traditions and cultures. Cremation is practiced in many Buddhist communities, with customs shaped by local traditions.
Cremation urn: A vessel used to hold cremated remains. An urn is a frequent way to store or display the remains.
Cremation emissions: Air pollutants released during cremation, including carbon dioxide and substances from combustion. Fuel use and furnace exhaust make emissions a concern in cremation policy.

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