Chemical Composition and Measurements in Embalming Quiz

Test your knowledge on embalming fluids, chemicals, and techniques. Explore preservation processes and measurement units used in embalming.

#1

Which chemical is commonly used as a preservative in embalming fluid?

Formaldehyde
Acetone
Ethanol
Methane
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#2

Which term refers to the process of restoring a deceased person's natural appearance?

Cavity embalming
Surface embalming
Restoration
Desiccation
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#3

Which term refers to the post-mortem cooling of the body?

Livor mortis
Rigor mortis
Algor mortis
Post-mortem clotting
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#4

Which term refers to the post-mortem settling of blood in the lower portions of the body?

Livor mortis
Rigor mortis
Algor mortis
Post-mortem hypostasis
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#5

What is the purpose of arterial embalming in the preservation process?

To remove organs
To restore moisture
To disinfect the body
To drain blood from the body
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#6

Which unit of measurement is typically used for embalming fluid concentrations?

Gram
Liter
Percentage
Newton
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#7

What is the purpose of a trocar in the embalming process?

To inject embalming fluid
To drain blood from the body
To suture incisions
To measure embalming fluid concentrations
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#8

Which instrument is commonly used to make incisions during embalming?

Forceps
Scalpel
Tourniquet
Trocar
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#9

What is the term for the condition where post-mortem staining occurs due to the settling of blood?

Livor mortis
Rigor mortis
Algor mortis
Decomposition
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#10

What is the primary purpose of an autopsy gel in embalming?

To disinfect
To restore moisture
To preserve organs
To prevent post-mortem changes
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#11

What is the purpose of cavity embalming in the embalming process?

To restore moisture
To disinfect the body cavities
To remove organs
To drain blood from the body
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#12

Which chemical is commonly used for surface embalming of tissues?

Phenol
Sodium chloride
Glutaraldehyde
Hydrogen peroxide
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#13

What is the primary purpose of humectants in embalming fluid?

To disinfect
To restore moisture
To preserve organs
To remove blood clots
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#14

In embalming, what is the purpose of a preservative gel?

To disinfect
To restore moisture
To remove blood clots
To seal incisions
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#15

Which chemical is commonly used for surface embalming of the skin?

Methylene blue
Sodium hypochlorite
Cavity fluid
Surface gel
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#16

In embalming, what is the function of a restorative fluid?

To preserve organs
To restore moisture
To disinfect
To remove blood clots

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