SECTION 4

Questions 31-40

Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

An Overview of The Research on Amber

Amber: a fossilised tree resin, which may be produced to protect itself against 31…………… 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 32……………)

Formation

• under sustained 33…………… and pressure

• during an 34…………… stage between resins and amber, copal is produced.

Places and Conditions

• commonly found on 35…………… e.g. in Russia

• avoid exposure to 36……………, rain, and temperate extremes

Inclusions

• Dominican amber: 1 inclusion to every 100 pieces

• Baltic amber: 1 inclusion to every 37…………… pieces

Uses and Applications

• It can be used to make ornamental objects and jewelry in 38…………… settings.

• Some people believe that its powder mixed with 39…………… cures throat, eye and ear diseases.

• It has even been used as a 40…………… material, for instance using it to create Amber Room.