Thanatochemistry: A Survey of General, Organic, and Biochemistry for Funeral Service Professionals

by James M. Dorn

This is the only chemistry reference produced specifically for mortuary science by a major publisher. In a comprehensible manner, the authors present the essential facts of chemistry and the chemical aspects of other sciences related to mortuary science. It follows closely the recommended course curriculum and glossary of the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Topic organization flows logically from inorganic to organic to biochemistry. Examples of solved problems and common mistakes are provided, and embalming applications are offered throughout.
Physical and Chemical Changes; States and Types of Matter; Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding; Chemical Shorthand: Symbols, Formulas, and Equations; Radiation Chemistry; Oxygen; Hydrogen; Water; Solutions; Acids, Bases, Salts, and Ionization; Hydrates and Hydrolysis; Hydrocarbons; Alcohols and Ethers; Aldehydes and Ketones; Carboxylic Acids and Esters; Amines and Amides; Proteins; Enzymes; Carbohydrates; Lipids; Summary of the Action and Composition of Embalming Fluids.
MARKET A comprehensive reference for mortuary science professionals.

368 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 1997

Reviews

[Holly · Rating 1 out of 5]

The Biochemistry unit is not at the depth of the other units and is inappropriate for a survey level course.

[Saul Tore]

mortuary sciences