CPC Memorial & Service Options

Question 1

What is the primary difference between a 'funeral service' and a 'memorial service'?

Accepted Answer

A funeral service is held with the body present; a memorial service is held without the body

Answer

A funeral service is conducted with the deceased's body present, while a memorial service is held after the body has been buried or cremated and is therefore not present.

Question 2

Which type of disposition involves placing cremated remains in a designated location at sea, which is regulated by the EPA?

Accepted Answer

Scattering at sea

Answer

Scattering cremated remains at sea is regulated by the EPA under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act, requiring that scattering occur at least 3 nautical miles from shore.

Question 3

A 'graveside service' is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A committal service conducted at the burial site

Answer

A graveside service, also called a committal service, is conducted at the gravesite and may be the only service held or may follow a funeral service held elsewhere.

Question 4

What is 'aquamation,' also known as alkaline hydrolysis?

Accepted Answer

A water-based cremation alternative using heat and alkaline chemicals to dissolve the body

Answer

Aquamation (alkaline hydrolysis) uses a combination of water, heat, and potassium hydroxide to break down the body, leaving only bone fragments similar to those from flame cremation.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes a 'green burial'?

Accepted Answer

Burial in a biodegradable container without embalming, allowing natural decomposition

Answer

Green burial uses a biodegradable shroud or casket, no embalming chemicals, and a natural site to allow the body to decompose naturally and return to the earth.

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CPC Memorial & Service Options