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At what temperature would a human body vaporize?
The vaporization of a human body is a complex process that cannot be defined by a single temperature due to the involvement of multiple substances and irreversible chemical reactions. Unlike first order phase transitions, which have a specific temperature, the human body contains various components that vaporize at different temperatures, leading to a continuous range of vaporization. As the body heats, proteins denature and organics oxidize, complicating the process further. The outcome, similar to cremation, results in variable ashes, indicating that the vaporization of a human body lacks a clear definition.
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GrayBush said:At what temperature would a human body vaporize?