alkaline hydrolysis
Americannoun
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Water cremation, also called alkaline hydrolysis, involves the body being placed in a chamber and broken down by a combination of water, heat and a strong alkali.
From BBC • Feb. 22, 2023
The low-impact act of dissolving a body in a mixture of water and potassium hydroxide, called alkaline hydrolysis, is now allowed in 20 states.
From Slate • Oct. 31, 2022
Instead, Tutu reportedly requested aquamation, or alkaline hydrolysis, a water-based process considered an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 2, 2022
According to The Associated Press, alkaline hydrolysis is available in at least 19 states.
From Washington Times • May 28, 2019
The bill, which would take effect on May 1, 2020, also would legalize alkaline hydrolysis.
From Washington Post • Apr. 26, 2019
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