Vocabulary

Question 1

To undergo destructive dissolution; (2): implies a slow change from state of soundness. decomposition of proteins by enzymes of aerobic bacteria.

Answer 1

Decay

Question 2

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

Answer 2

Decomposition

Question 3

One of a class of complex nitrogenous compounds that are synthesized by all living organisms and yield amino acids when hydrolyzed.

Answer 3

Protein

Question 4

Complex proteins that are produced by cells which act as a biological catalyst

Answer 4

Enzyme

Question 5

An agent, usually chemical, applied to inanimate objects/ surfaces for the purpose of destroying disease-causing microbial agents, but usually not bacterial spores

Answer 5

Disinfectant

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Temporary preservation

Question 7

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

Answer 7

Restoration

Question 8

Use of the blood vascular system of the body for temporary preservation, disinfection, and restoration. Usually accomplished through injection of embalming solutions into the arteries and drainage from the veins.

Answer 8

Vascular(arterial) Embalming

Question 9

Direct treatment other than vascular (arterial) embalming of the contents of the body cavities and the lumina of the hollow viscera. Usually accomplished by aspiration and then injection of chemicals using a trocar.

Answer 9

Cavity Embalming

Question 10

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

Answer 10

Hypodermic Embalming

Question 11

Direct contact of body tissue with embalming chemicals.

Answer 11

Surface Embalming