Embalming is the art and science of preserving human remains by treating them (in its modern form with chemicals) to forestall decomposition. The intention is to keep them suitable for public display at a funeral, for religious reasons, or for medical and scientific purposes such as their use as anatomical specimens. The three goals of embalming a... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Embalming
the treatment of a dead body so as to sterilize it or to protect it from decay. For practical as well as theological reasons a well-preserved body ... [4 related articles] Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/e/25
Embalming is the process of filling and surrounding with aromatic and antiseptic substances any bodies, particularly corpses, in order to preserve them from corruption. The ancient Egyptians employed the art on a great scale, and other peoples, for example the Assyrians and Persians, followed them, but by no means equalled them in it. The ancient P... Found on http://www.probertencyclopaedia.com/browse/AE.HTM
Embalming is the preparation of dead bodies so that they will not decay. The ancient Egyptians were especially expert and many mummies are still preserved. Found on http://www.probertencyclopaedia.com/browse/GE.HTM