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Mushroom Fiber Coffins Are an Eco-Friendly Alternative

Provided by: NowThis Earth |Published on: April 27, 2021

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Synopsis

This video from NowThis Earth presents mushroom fiber coffins from Living Cocoon as a sustainable alternative to traditional coffins.
Students learn about mycelium, mushroom coffins, and why they are more suitable for the environment.

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Subjects: Biology, Engineering

Authors: NowThis Earth

Region: Global

Languages: English

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Positives

It explains the concept simply and is easy to understand.
Engaging visuals accompany this video.

Prerequisites

Students should know about mushrooms and their role in decomposition.
Students should know that many bodies, especially in the West, are injected with chemicals like formaldehyde and glycerin for preservation.
The video contains text but no audio narration.

Differentiation & Implementation

English or art students can watch this video when discussing the theme of death in literature or art.
Science teachers can use this video to introduce the chemistry of body decomposition or the role of fungi as decomposers.
Teachers can use this video to explain the circle of life (humans feed on mushrooms and mushrooms are aiding human body decomposition).

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