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Cremation  

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  • Topical Descriptor

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Entry terms

  • Cremains

Scope note

  • Reducing a dead body to ashes by burning, incineration, or chemicals.

History note

  • 2009; use MORTUARY PRACTICE 1979-2008

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D055700

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