The process of removing blood and other fluids and replacing them with chemicals to temporarily retard deterioration of a corpse is termed

A. entombing.
B. encoating.
C. embalming.
D. mummification.


C. embalming.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A) BUN B) KUB C) VCUG D) NIPD

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A. have the same active ingredients as a brand name product and generally cost more money. B. have the same active ingredients as a brand name product but generally cost less money. C. require a prescription from your physician. D. are effective but do not have the approval of the FDA.

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