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Antemortem studies can be used for postmortem comparisons. X-rays of the skull and the pelvis tend to be the best for comparison. The skull has sinuses (cavities) which are specific for each individual. A chest X-ray is not as good as the skull and pelvis for comparison.

Internal pressure occurs on the internal organs when gas develops. Pressure pushes bloody fluid out the nose and mouth (purging). This should not be confused with trauma to the nose and mouth.

Mummification occurs in hot, dry environments. The body dehydrates and bacterial proliferation is minimal.

So I’ll try to spend 20 minutes every day reading this book as a challenge for myself.

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