Funeral Arts National Board Practice Exam

Most green cemeteries adhere to the principle that the body cannot be embalmed. This aligns with the core values of green burial practices, which emphasize environmental sustainability and the natural decomposition of bodies. Embalming typically uses chemicals that can be harmful to the environment, and green cemeteries aim to reduce their ecological footprint.

In green burials, the preference is for bodies to be interred in biodegradable containers, allowing them to return to the earth naturally without the use of synthetic materials or preservatives. This practice is rooted in the philosophy of minimizing human impact on the environment and promoting natural processes, aligning with the overall principles of sustainability celebrated in green burial practices.