how long does it take for a dead body to disintergrate

Question: how long does it take for a dead body to disintergrate
- Keywords:
  corpse,
  dead,
  death,
  decay
Asked by americaforever31 to Bob on 5 Jul 2012.
- Bob Bonwick answered on 5 Jul 2012:
  
  This is an interestin one as it’s not a straight forward answer. If it’s cold it takes longer. if it’s warm is quicker. If its on a vacuum (like in space) is probably won’t decompose very quickly at all. Also other factors, how big was the person, sounds silly but it does make a difference. Also if there are insects interfering, they like to lay eggs in dead things as it’s a good food source.

Question: how long does it take for a dead body to disintergrate