Which term refers to a place of business used for the care and preparation for funerals?

The term "funeral establishment" refers specifically to a place of business that is licensed and set up primarily for the care of deceased individuals and the preparation for funerals. It encompasses a range of services that can be provided, including embalming, preparation of remains, planning and coordinating funeral services, and a location for viewing or memorialization. This term captures the overall business aspect of providing funeral-related services.

In contrast, a "mortuary" primarily refers to the facility in which dead bodies are stored and prepared for burial or cremation. While similar in purpose, it does not necessarily imply the full range of services provided, especially those related to funeral planning and ceremonies.

A "crematory" is specifically designed for the process of cremation and is not a comprehensive place for funeral services or the care of the deceased beyond that singular process.

A "chapel" usually refers to a place of worship or a space for conducting funeral services, but it does not encapsulate the entire business of funeral care and preparation. Hence, while all these terms relate to death care practices, "funeral establishment" is the most inclusive and accurate term for the business that provides these services.