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Diamond (or Diamond Simulant)
Native Carbon (C)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 10 (hardest known natural mineral); colorless with an adamantine luster, isometric/cubic crystal system, and specific gravity around 3.52.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 10 (hardest known natural mineral); colorless with an adamantine luster, isometric/cubic crystal system, and specific gravity around 3.52.
Formation & geological history
Formed deep in Earth's mantle under extreme high pressure and temperature over billions of years, transported upward by deep-source volcanic kimberlite pipes.
Uses & applications
Predominantly faceted into high-end fine jewelry such as stud earrings and rings; widely used in heavy industry for cutting, drilling, and polishing abrasive tools.
Geological facts
Diamond is an allotrope of pure carbon where atoms are arranged in a rigid diamond-cubic crystal lattice, making it an exceptional thermal conductor.
Field identification & locations
Identified by superior hardness, intense fire/dispersion, high refractive index, and thermal conductivity. Commonly found in South Africa, Russia, Canada, and Australia.
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