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Probably the main purpose it to prevent the grave from caving in because of the earth pressure or because heavy machinery is used for maintaining the cemetery.
Another purpose of vaults (in this case of hermetically sealed ones only) is to protect the casket and the remains in itfrom ground water and insects.
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Where can you find pictures of Alfred O Coffin?
I have a photo of him. Who needs a picture of him and for what purpose will it be used?
What are coffin platforms?
A bier is a coffin platform.
Which vault did Rubeus Hagrid open at Gringotts?
Vault 713.
What did Alfred o coffin study?
Alfred o Coffin studied bioligical sciences
What connection does harry make between the robbery at gringotts and the vault Hagrid emptied?
the vault hagrid emptied is the same vault that someone attempted to rob. the sorcerers stone was in the vault b4 hagrid emptied it. is that what u wanted to know?
How do you spell sacoficace?
The likely word is sarcophagus (burial vault or coffin, notably ancient Egyptian).
Why is a burial vault required when burying a coffin?
In the US, a burial vault is not required by law. Oftentimes it is required by cemetery regulations because a vault prevents the grave to cave in as a result of a deterioration of the casket and / or the use of heavy cemetery maintenance machinery.
In Florida is a burial vault required by law?
In Florida is a burial vault required by law?
When was Weiskittel-Roehle Burial Vault created?
Weiskittel-Roehle Burial Vault was created in 1884.
What was the name of the Wilbert lined burial vault in 1958?
If it was a lined Wilbert burial vault in 1958 it was probably a Monticello.
What is another name for a outer coffin?
a vault
What was the name of the large box the coffin was placed in?
a vault
What is commonly referrd to as a coffin?
a burial receptacle
What is a sepulchral chamber?
a mausoleum or burial vault
How do you spell sicofiqus?
SARCOPHAGUS - ancient Egyptian burial coffin, or any such coffin or tomb
In Texas is a burial vault required by law?
Define burial vault. If you are refering to the out container that a casket is placed into I refer you to ---- http://www.cemeteries-of-tx.com/LAWS.htm
Why do Jews shovel dirt on the coffin during burial?
It is a mitzvah to participate in the burial of the dead.
