Cremains are the bone fragments remaining after the cremation process. Technically, they are mainly dry calcium phosphates with minor minerals, not ashes. The cremation process takes place in a special chamber called a retort within a crematory, followed by grinding the bone fragments into a fine powder.
Understanding Cremation
Cremation is the process of reducing a body to bone fragments through heat, resulting in mostly dry calcium phosphates and minor minerals. After cremation, the remains are ground into a fine powder. The term "cremains" is a portmanteau of "cremated" and "remains."
Reasons for Choosing Cremation
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Cost: Cremation is a less expensive alternative to traditional burial.
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Simplicity: Cremation eliminates the need for elaborate ground burial ceremonies and offers a smaller urn compared to a full-sized casket.
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Flexibility: Cremation allows for more flexibility in memorial service timing and location.
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Environmental Impact: Cremation is considered more eco-friendly compared to traditional burials.
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Comfort: Some individuals prefer cremation over burial due to discomfort with the slow decomposition process.
Cremation offers benefits such as affordability, space conservation, and personal empowerment through the quick return to nature.