Decomposition

By ehearn
  • 3-4 Hours After Death

    3-4 Hours After Death
    Rigor Mortis begins. Body begins to become pale and stiff.
  • Four Minutes After Death

    Autolysis begins. Digestive Enzymes begin to eat themselves. Cells begin to self destruct.
  • 1-2 days after death

    1-2 days after death
    Flies are drawn to the body, maggots begin to lay eggs on/ in the body.
  • 3 days after death

    3 days after death
    Brain begins to liquefy. Gloving occurs with the hands.
  • 4 Days After Death

    Skin begins to turn a greenish color, and the smell of death fills the air.
  • 10 Days After Death

    Bloating occurs. Skin becomes mummified and draws into the bones. Natural Soap Buildup Occurs.