Embalming Chemistry is designed for introductory level chemistry students, specifically at John A. Gupton College in Nashville, TN.
Explores embalming chemistry including embalming fluids (e.g., arterial, cavity, pre-injection, specialty, etc.), preservatives (e.g., aldehydes, alcohols, phenols, formaldehyde donors), reodorants/perfumes, humectants, dessicants, autopsy chemicals, decomposition processes, toxicity/exposure, and chemical stability.