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Cremation is a technical heating process, which reduces the human body to its basic elements primarily bone fragments and particles, collectively referred to as "cremated remains". The cremation process begins with the placement of the casket or container into the cremation chamber where it is subjected to intense heat and flame. The time it takes to complete a cremation varies with the size and weight of the deceased, but usually takes between two and three hours. This is followed by a cooling period of three to four hours. The basic elements remaining after cremation also depend upon the dimensions of the deceased, but generally weigh between four and eight pounds. The bone fragments may be further reduced by mechanical means to uniform particles for placement in an urn or similar sturdy container.