Human Decomposition Worksheet
This worksheet covers the stages and factors influencing human decomposition, suitable for Grade 9 Science students.
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Human Decomposition Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer based on your understanding of human decomposition.
1. Which of the following is the first stage of human decomposition?
Bloating
Fresh
Active Decay
Skeletonization
2. What is the primary cause of bloating during decomposition?
Insect activity
Bacterial gas production
Loss of body fluids
Environmental temperature
3. The process of self-digestion by the body's own enzymes after death is called .
4. The presence of maggots on a decomposing body is most common during the decay stage.
5. A body decomposes faster in cold, dry environments.
True
False
6. Forensic entomology is the study of insects to determine time of death.
True
False
7. List three environmental factors that can affect the rate of human decomposition.
8. Briefly explain the difference between autolysis and putrefaction.
Match each term with its correct definition.
9. Adipocere
a. The stiffening of muscles after death
10. Rigor mortis
b. The cooling of the body after death
11. Livor mortis
c. A waxy substance formed from body fat in specific conditions
12. Algor mortis
d. The pooling of blood in lower parts of the body after death