An Overview of The Research on Amber

Amber: a fossilised tree resin, which may be produced to protect itself against and fungi.

Colors:

• usual yellow, orange, or brown
• uncommon colors e.g. blue (what causes the blue color in amber is related to the occurrence of )

Formation

• under sustained and pressure
• during an stage between resins and amber, copal is produced.

Places and Conditions

• commonly found on , e.g. in Russia
• avoid exposure to , rain, and temperate extremes

Inclusions

• Dominican amber: 1 inclusion to every 100 pieces
• Baltic amber: 1 inclusion to every pieces

Uses and Applications

• It can be used to make ornamental objects and jewelry in settings.
• Some people believe that its powder mixed with cures throat, eye and ear diseases.
• It has even been used as a material, for instance using it to create Amber Room.