gemstone
Diamond
Carbon (C)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 10 on the Mohs scale, isometric crystal system, adamantine luster, and perfect octahedral cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 10 on the Mohs scale, isometric crystal system, adamantine luster, and perfect octahedral cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Formed deep within Earth's mantle under extreme pressure and temperature, transported to the surface via kimberlite pipes over billions of years.
Uses & applications
Extensively used in high-end fine jewelry and utilized in heavy-duty industrial cutting, grinding, and drilling tools.
Geological facts
Diamond is the hardest naturally occurring substance on Earth and conducts heat up to five times better than copper.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its extreme hardness, high refractive index, and specific gravity around 3.51; found in alluvial deposits and kimberlite mines globally.
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