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Can my body generate power after I die?
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A human body can generate power after death with microbial fuel cell technology. Learn how a body can generate power after death.
State-funded Funerals: What Happens to the Unclaimed Dead?
Cities have protocols for making sure everyone has an eternal resting place. HowStuffWorks looks at how cities bury their unclaimed dead.
Why did it take more than 20 years to bury Eva Peron?
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Eva Peron's body wasn't buried for more than 20 years after her death; opposition parties used her body as a token in politics. Learn about Eva Peron's body.
How Embalming Works
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You may know that the ancient Egyptians used embalming in mummification. But they weren't the first to embalm their dead, nor were they the last. In fact, it's still being done today.
Grave Matters: Why Are Caskets So Expensive?
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You may experience sticker shock at the funeral home when you see the price of caskets. Why do they cost so much and is there anything you can do about the price?
Queen Nefertiti in Secret Tomb Behind King Tut? It's Not That Simple
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Is Queen Nefertiti buried in a hidden chamber behind King Tut's tomb? Learn more about the Tut tomb in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Why Were Two Egyptian Mummies Buried With Gold Tongues?
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In the search for Cleopatra's tomb, a team of archaeologists was surprised by two mummies with gold foil-covered tongues. What was the reason for this strange burial custom?
Arlington National Cemetery Is Running Out of Space
Arlington National Cemetery is running low on space. HowStuffWorks looks at the iconic cemetery and what it takes to get in.
Medical Schools Have Come a Long Way From Grave Robbing to Get Cadavers
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Doctors need to cut open dead bodies to learn anatomy, but where do they get them?
How the Terracotta Army Works
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The Terracotta Army was commissioned under Emperor Qin as protection for the afterlife. Learn why the Terracotta Army isn't as unique as it is massive.