Which of the following best describes what occurs during "entombment"?

Entombment refers specifically to the practice of placing a deceased individual in a mausoleum crypt. This involves the use of a sealed chamber or vault above ground, where the body can be preserved in a dignified manner. Unlike other methods of final disposition, entombment offers a space where family and friends can visit and pay their respects without the concern of exposure to the elements, as it is contained within a structure.

This process is distinct from cremation, which involves the burning of remains; aquamation or another form of water immersion; and scattering, which refers to the distribution of cremated remains in a meaningful place. Each of these alternatives serves different cultural and personal preferences surrounding death and memorialization but is not what is defined by the term "entombment."