How long does it take for human hair to decompose?
Categories: Human Body.
Tags: humanbody, hair, Decomposition.
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You will have to define the conditions before looking for a single answer
posted on 2010-12-15 12:51:19 | Report abuse
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!!!)
posted on 2010-12-15 13:11:24 | Report abuse
Okay, i was looking for an answer in conditions of the UK? Where we receive a variety of weather conditions. thanks.x
posted on 2010-12-15 16:26:46 | Report abuse
You could keep a clipping of hair in a locket for generations.
posted on 2010-12-15 22:42:08 | Report abuse
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