mineral
Diamond
Carbon (C)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 10 on the Mohs scale, transparent to opaque with an adamantine luster, and crystallizes in the isometric system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 10 on the Mohs scale, transparent to opaque with an adamantine luster, and crystallizes in the isometric system.
Formation & geological history
Formed under high pressure and temperature conditions in the Earth's mantle, typically brought to the surface via kimberlite pipes.
Uses & applications
Extensively used in high-end jewelry and various industrial cutting, grinding, and drilling applications.
Geological facts
Diamond is the hardest naturally occurring substance on Earth and conducts heat exceptionally well.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its extreme hardness, high refractive index, and adamantine luster; commonly found in alluvial deposits and kimberlite mines globally.
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