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How long does it take for human hair to decompose?

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  • Asked by chicken
  • on 2010-12-14 14:50:49
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MikeAdams#367 says:

You will have to define the conditions before looking for a single answer

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posted on 2010-12-15 12:51:19 | Report abuse


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Jon-Richfield says:

Correct Mike. You could have it disintegrate in a year or two if the right fungus hits it in compost, or you could find it practically untouched if buried in clean clay or the like. (Never mind amber!!!)

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posted on 2010-12-15 13:11:24 | Report abuse


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chicken says:

Okay, i was looking for an answer in conditions of the UK? Where we receive a variety of weather conditions. thanks.x

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posted on 2010-12-15 16:26:46 | Report abuse

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tbrucenyc says:

You could keep a clipping of hair in a locket for generations.

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posted on 2010-12-15 22:42:08 | Report abuse


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