If a mob has its own footstep sounds (like zombies, spiders, skeletons, etc.), it won't make chime sounds when walking on amethyst blocks. This seems unintentional and inconsistent considering that even arrows and snowballs will make chime sounds on amethyst blocks.
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Can confirm in 21w03a.
Can confirm in 21w05a.
Can confirm in 21w05b.
Can confirm in 21w06a.
Can confirm in 21w07a.
Can confirm in 21w08b.
Can confirm in 21w11a.
Can confirm in 21w13a.
Can confirm in 21w14a.
Can confirm in 21w16a.
Can confirm in 21w17a.
Can confirm.