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Section 1 - Gems and Gemology
Gemology Foundation
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Geology
Post-Graduate
10/16/2015

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Term
Gemology
Definition
the study of gem materials from their origins to their use in jewelry and ornamentation
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Gemstone Mining
Definition
the mining and prospecting of gem materials
Term
Lapidary
Definition
the cutting of gemstones
Term
Gem
Definition
any material which is used for adornment or decoration, especially when cut and polished
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Rough
Definition
any gem material which is in its unfashioned state
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Ornamental Materials
Definition
gem materials used for ornamental purposes, including carvings, inlays and even architectural surfaces
Term
Organic Materials
Definition

materials formed or derived from a living organism


Ex) Amber, pearls

Term
Artificial Materials
Definition
not natural or naturally-formed, but man-made
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Durability
Definition
a combination of hardness, toughness and stability
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