Aquamation: how Archbishop Tutu’s body was ‘cremated’ in water

The video tutorial explains aquamation, a process also known as alkaline hydrolysis, as an alternative to traditional cremation. It involves placing the body in a pressurized cylinder with water and alkaline chemicals, heated to 150 degrees Celsius. This method accelerates the breakdown of organic materials, leaving only bones. Aquamation is more energy-efficient, emits no harmful gases, and results in more remains compared to flame cremation.

Describe the process of aquamation and how it differs from traditional cremation.

What is the scientific name for the process of aquamation?

What are the main components used in the aquamation process?

How does the energy consumption of aquamation compare to that of flame cremation?

What percentage more remains are typically left after aquamation compared to cremation?