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AN OVERVIEW OF THE RESEARCH ON AMBER
Amber: a fossilized tree resin, which may be produced to protect itself against 1.31_____ and fungi.
Color:
Usual yellow, orange, or brown
- Uncommon colors e.g. blue (what causes the blue color in amber is related to the occurrence of 2.32_____.)
Formation:
- Under sustained 3.33_____ and pressure
- During an 4.34_____ stage between resins and amber, copal is produced.
Places and Conditions:
- Commonly found on 5.35_____ e.g. in Russia
- Avoid exposure to 6.36_____, rain, and temperature extremes
Inclusions:
Dominican amber: 1 inclusion to every 100 pieces
- Baltic amber: 1 inclusion to every 7.37_____ pieces
Uses and applications:
- It can be used to make ornamental objects and jewelry in 8.38_____ settings.
- Some people believe that its powder mixed with 9.39_____ cures throat, eye and ear diseases.
- It has even been used as a 10.40_____ material, for instance using it to create Amber Room.
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