gemstone
Diamond
Carbon (C)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 10, colorless to pale yellow, adamantine luster, isometric crystal system.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 10, colorless to pale yellow, adamantine luster, isometric crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Formed under extreme heat and pressure in the Earth's mantle, brought to the surface via kimberlite pipes.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in fine jewelry and industrial cutting or drilling tools.
Geological facts
Diamond is the hardest naturally occurring substance known on Earth and conducts heat exceptionally well.
Field identification & locations
Identified by extreme hardness, high refractive index, and adamantine luster. Found globally in alluvial deposits and kimberlite mines.
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