Module One

Question 1

Decay

Answer 1

Decomposition of proteins by enzymes of aerobic bacteria

Question 2

Decomposition

Answer 2

Separation of compounds into simpler substances by the action of microbial and/or autolytic enzymes

Question 3

Disinfection

Answer 3

Destruction and/or inhibition of most pathogenic organisms and their products in or on the body

Question 4

Cavity Embalming

Answer 4

Direct treatment other than vascular embalming of the contents of the body cavities and the lumina of the hollow viscera

Question 5

Vascular (arterial) embalming

Answer 5

Use of the blood vascular system of the body for temporary preservation, disinfection, and restoration.

Question 6

Hypodermic Embalming

Answer 6

Injection of the embalming chemicals directly into the tissues through the use of a syringe and needle or a trocar

Question 7

Surface Embalming

Answer 7

Direct contact of body tissues with embalming chemicals

Question 8

Enzyme

Answer 8

Organic catalyst produced by living cells and capable of autolytic decomposition

Question 9

Protein

Answer 9

Organic compound found in plants and animals that can be broken down into amino acids

Question 10

Temporary Preservation

Answer 10

Science of treating the body chemically so as to temporarily inhibit decomposition

Question 11

Restoration

Answer 11

Treatment of the deceased in the attempt to recreate natural form and color