Gemstone irradiation is a process in which a gemstone is intentionally exposed to large amounts of ionizing radiation in order to enhance its optical properties. Large amounts of ionizing radiation can rearrange the gemstone's crystal structure, altering its optical properties.
Gemstone irradiation is a process in which a gemstone is intentionally exposed to large amounts of ionizing radiation in order to enhance its optical properties. Large amounts of ionizing radiation can rearrange the gemstone's crystal structure, altering its optical properties.
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