Mother-of-pearl -- Classic beauty and remarkable strength

While the shiny material of pearls and abalone shells has long been prized for its iridescence and aesthetic value in jewelry and decorations, scientists admire mother-of-pearl for other physical properties as well.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news102610698.html">Mother-of-pearl -- Classic beauty and remarkable strength</a></p> <p>While the shiny material of pearls and abalone shells has long been prized for its iridescence and aesthetic value in jewelry and decorations, scientists admire mother-of-pearl for other physical properties as well.</p>