mineral
Diamond
Carbon (C)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 10 on the Mohs scale, typically colorless or pale yellow, adamantine luster, isometric crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness 10 on the Mohs scale, typically colorless or pale yellow, adamantine luster, isometric crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Formed under high pressure and temperature conditions in the Earth's mantle over billions of years.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in fine jewelry and high-precision industrial cutting and drilling tools.
Geological facts
Diamond is the hardest known natural material on Earth and conducts heat exceptionally well.
Field identification & locations
Identified by extreme hardness, high refractive index, and adamantine luster; found in kimberlite pipes globally.
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