Pearls are created by certain types of mollusks, primarily oysters, mussels, and certain types of clams. The process of pearl formation begins when an irritant, such as a grain of sand, a parasite, or a piece of shell, becomes trapped inside the mollusk.
Here’s a step-by-step overview of how pearls are formed:
1. **Irritant Entry**: The irritant penetrates the mollusk’s shell and comes into contact with the mantle, the organ responsible


