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Corpse decomposition

Decomposition is the process in which the organs and complex molecules of animal and human bodies break down into simple organic matter over time. In vertebrates, five stages of decomposition are typically recognized: fresh, bloat, active decay, advanced decay, and dry/skeletonized.

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Algor mortisAmbient temperatureRigor mortisLivor mortisMicroorganisms residing in the digestive system
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MicroorganismsBurialDecomposersSaponificationAdipose tissue
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Experimental analysis of decomposition on corpse farms

Corpse farmsMummificationArid
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Experimental analysis of decomposition on corpse farms

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Corpse decomposition

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Avg. degree1.95
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decomposition body rate corpse decay remains death factors also stages bloat oxygen human stage water temperature dry environmental may typically

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scavengersinstance ofThe depth of burial will influence the rate of decomposition as it will deter decomposers0.80text
insectsinstance ofThe depth of burial will influence the rate of decomposition as it will deter decomposers0.80text
weatheringinstance ofThis includes smaller adults and especially children.ClothingClothing and other types of coverings affect the rate of decomposition because it limits the body's exposure to exte…0.80text
soilinstance ofThis includes smaller adults and especially children.ClothingClothing and other types of coverings affect the rate of decomposition because it limits the body's exposure to exte…0.80text
weatheringinstance ofClothingClothing and other types of coverings affect the rate of decomposition because it limits the body's exposure to external factors0.80text
soilinstance ofClothingClothing and other types of coverings affect the rate of decomposition because it limits the body's exposure to external factors0.80text

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