[sotd] October 27, 2003 [The Perfect Pearl]
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Site of the Day for Monday, October 27, 2003
The Perfect Pearl
Today's fascinating site is the online presentation of the U.S. Public
Broadcasting System's program on pearls. Gentle Members somewhat hazy about
this fabled gem may discover some surprising information delivered in a
lucid, straightforward fashion at the site.
"Welcome to the companion Web site to "The Perfect Pearl" ... program ...
we travel to exotic locations around the world where pearls are grown and
harvested. Here's what you'll find online: what's killing the oysters? ...
culture of freshwater pearls ... how many pearls? (hot science) ... history
of pearls ... Plus resources and the broadcast transcript." - from the
website
The site offers an engrossing article on how cultivated freshwater pearls
are made, the difference between cultured and naturally occurring pearls
and the rivalry between Japan and China in this industry, along with a
number of sumptuous photos. Additional features include an historical
overview of pearls and speculation about the mysterious death of Akoya
oysters in Japan.
Dive over to the website for an excellent presentation on pearls at:
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/pearl/
A.M. Holm
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