What is another word for mummification?
Pronunciation: [mˌʌmɪfɪkˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Mummification is an ancient process that involves preserving a body after death. However, there are several synonyms or related terms which describe this process. The first is 'embalming', which is the process of treating a corpse with preservatives to delay decomposition. This process is very similar to mummification but is typically only done on people who are not of royalty. Another related term is 'desiccation', which is the process of drying out a body to preserve it. This process is commonly seen in natural mummification like what has happened in ancient Egyptian mummies. Other related terms include 'preservation', 'conservation', and 'enzymology', which refer to the methods used to preserve a dead body.
