BMS Cremation and Alternative Disposition 2

Question 1

What is the correct mortuary science term for placing cremated remains into an urn?

Accepted Answer

Inurnment

Answer

"Inurnment" is the proper term for placing cremated remains into an urn, analogous to "interment" for burial of a casket in the ground.

Question 2

Natural (green) burial is primarily characterized by which practice?

Accepted Answer

Burial without embalming using biodegradable containers or shrouds

Answer

Green burial emphasizes environmental sustainability by forgoing chemical embalming and using biodegradable caskets, shrouds, or no container to allow natural decomposition.

Question 3

Washington State made history in 2019 by becoming the first U.S. state to legalize which alternative disposition method?

Accepted Answer

Natural organic reduction (human composting)

Answer

Washington was the first U.S. state to legalize natural organic reduction (NOR), also called human composting, signing the law in May 2019.

Question 4

Which document is typically required to authorize cremation in most U.S. states?

Accepted Answer

A cremation authorization form signed by the legally authorized next-of-kin

Answer

Most states require a signed cremation authorization form from the legally authorized next-of-kin or designated agent before the irreversible cremation process may proceed.

Question 5

What device is used to process remaining cremated bone fragments into a uniform, finer consistency after the retort cycle?

Accepted Answer

Cremulator

Answer

A cremulator is the device used to reduce remaining bone fragments into the fine, powder-like consistency of cremated remains that families receive.

BMS - Bachelor of Mortuary Science Practice Test

BMS - Bachelor of Mortuary Science Practice Test

BMS Cremation and Alternative Disposition 2