gemstone
Diamond
Carbon (C)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 10 on the Mohs scale, transparent to opaque, adamantine luster, isometric crystal system with perfect octahedral cleavage, specific gravity of 3.52.
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Physical properties
Hardness 10 on the Mohs scale, transparent to opaque, adamantine luster, isometric crystal system with perfect octahedral cleavage, specific gravity of 3.52.
Formation & geological history
Formed deep within the Earth's mantle under extreme pressure and temperature conditions, typically brought to the surface via kimberlite or lamproite volcanic pipes over billions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in high-end jewelry as a gemstone and extensively in industrial cutting, grinding, and drilling tools due to its extreme hardness.
Geological facts
Diamond is the hardest known natural material on Earth and conducts heat much faster than copper.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its supreme hardness, high refractive index, and adamantine luster; found in countries like Russia, Botswana, Canada, and South Africa.
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