In cinerations refers to the act or process of reducing a deceased person's body to ashes through cremation. Cremation is a method of final disposition of a body wherein intense heat is used to transform the body into inorganic matter, primarily bone fragments and ashes, known as cremains. The process typically takes place in a specialized furnace called a cremator or crematory.
During in cineration, the body is placed in a designated chamber or retort within the crematory. The retort is heated to high temperatures, typically between 1400 to 1800 degrees Fahrenheit, using gas or propane burners. In this extremely hot environment, the body is rapidly dehydrated, and its organic matter is consumed by heat and flame. The intense heat causes the body's soft tissues and muscles to burn and incinerate. Eventually, only the inorganic, calcified remnant of the skeletal structure, known as cremated remains or ashes, remains.
Once the process is complete, the resulting ashes are carefully collected from the retort and processed to remove any remaining fragments of bone. The ashes are further pulverized until they reach a fine and consistent texture, resembling sand or powder. Following this, the ashes are placed in a container, such as an urn, which can be kept by the family or scattered in accordance with the deceased person's wishes.
In cineration is an alternative to traditional burial practices and has gained popularity due to its cost-effectiveness, environmental considerations, and flexibility in terms of memorialization options.
