gemstone
Diamond
Carbon (C)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 10, typically colorless, adamantine luster, isometric crystal system.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 10, typically colorless, adamantine luster, isometric crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Formed under extreme heat and pressure in Earth's mantle, brought to the surface via kimberlite pipes.
Uses & applications
Used extensively in high-end jewelry and industrial cutting tools due to extreme hardness.
Geological facts
Diamond is the hardest known natural material on Earth and forms deep underground over billions of years.
Field identification & locations
Identified by extreme hardness, high refractive index, and thermal conductivity testing; mined in Africa, Russia, and Canada.
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