This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Death and postmortem changes, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Mummification is enhanced by - 
Select and explain. 
A. Moist and hot air, B. Moist and cool air, C. Dry and hot air, D. Dry and cool air
C: Dry and hot air
Answer: C: Dry and hot air 
Explanation: Mummification requires absence of moisture and continuous action of dry and warm air. Dr. Narayana Reddys Synopsis of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology 27 th edition pg. 87.