Actually this situation both biological and chemical a natural consequence of interactions.

At the same time this process with defense mechanism directly related. How?

Pearls are mainly found in bivalve molluscs such as oysters and mussels.

The mantle layer that covers the inner surface of these creatures allows for shell formation. to irritants It also protects itself from it. Pearl formation begins when a small foreign substance, such as a grain of sand, enters the shell of the mollusk.

This substance damages the mantle layer mentioned above and causes irritation. At this point the living organism to defend yourself It starts to secrete a substance called ‘pearl’. These layers grow over time and form the pearl.

So why does it look so shiny and flawless?

Because the layers of mother of pearl are neatly applied to each other, the surface of the pearl is created brighter and smoother It’s possible. The color also changes depending on the chemical structure of the water and its environment. For this formation we are talking about Between 2-5 years A process is needed.

Pearls are formed naturally without any processing and this takes years of process. it’s so valuable.

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