Suspended animation is a self-induced coma-like state, slowing down bodily function and even staying alive far longer than it would while "animated". Or forcibly stopping bodily function through other processes, like freezing - cryogenics.
Could be used for therapy or extending life, perhaps.
Cold preserves the body, but can still kill. Being frozen doesn't keep you alive, really. It's the lack of oxygen forcing you into a state of suspended animation - the frozen part merely stops your body from decaying.
Would hibernation count as suspended animation?
This can be induced with certain gases, perhaps. Amazing that the gas that can induce this is also incredibly lethal.
Could be used for therapy or extending life, perhaps.
Cold preserves the body, but can still kill. Being frozen doesn't keep you alive, really. It's the lack of oxygen forcing you into a state of suspended animation - the frozen part merely stops your body from decaying.
Would hibernation count as suspended animation?
This can be induced with certain gases, perhaps. Amazing that the gas that can induce this is also incredibly lethal.