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Amber
Fossilized Tree Resin
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 2-2.5 on Mohs scale, yellow to brown color, resinous luster, amorphous crystal structure, specific gravity 1.05-1.10.
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Physical properties
Hardness 2-2.5 on Mohs scale, yellow to brown color, resinous luster, amorphous crystal structure, specific gravity 1.05-1.10.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the fossilization of tree resin, primarily from conifers, over millions of years, often dating from the Cretaceous to Neogene periods.
Uses & applications
Used extensively in jewelry, ornamentation, and historical scientific research due to preserved inclusions.
Geological facts
Amber can float in saltwater and often preserves ancient insects, plants, and air bubbles in pristine detail.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its warm touch, low density, and electrostatic properties when rubbed; found worldwide with notable deposits in the Baltic region and Dominican Republic.
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