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Carbon atoms joined together in such a way that it is one of the hardest natural-mineral solids to exist.
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∙ 11y agoDiamonds are formed from carbon.
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The etymology of the word “diamond” reflects unique characteristics. It comes from the Greek “Adamas”, meaning ‘indestructible’. Not only are diamonds used for their aesthetic value, but they are also used in industry, particularly for drilling and cutting. They are the most concentrated form of pure carbon in the natural world and by far the strongest mineral on earth.
The inimitable glow of a diamond is also an outcome of one of its key properties; diamonds have a very high refractive index. In simple terms, this means that light travels around 2.4 times faster than through air. It’s this inherent property that diamond cutters seek to enhance through different cuts. The origin of the diamond is not only a key determinant of the quality and glow of the diamond, but is crucial to guaranteeing the sustainability of the sourced stones.
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The Jaws of Life are made of metal and use a hydraulic system. The official name is "Hydraulic Rescue Tool".
Why did sierra Leone have a civil war?
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What are myths about diamonds?
'Diamonds are forever' when in fact diamonds can be burned to CO2 gas in a furnace.
What is the best cultured diamond?
'Best' is a bit of a relative term. Cultured, or lab grown diamonds, are available in multiple colors from multiple labs. I would note that currently very few *white* lab grown diamonds are available. D.NEA has made whites up to one carat and Apollo Diamonds has offered some up to 1/3 carat. Of the cultured yellow diamonds, the major sellers are Gemesis, D.NEA (was Adia), Takara, New Age Diamonds and Chatham. Takara's yellow diamonds seem to be the most consistently 'pure yellow', rather than the more common orange-yellow from the other labs. D.NEA has the largest selection of blue diamonds. Pink diamonds are available at TakaraDiamonds.com and a few other sites like DiamondsCultured.com (made by Chatham). I'll add some links to the various sites and you can research from there, as best is really partially dependent on what color you like and what type of cut you want. Diamond Culture, a new supplier as of October 2009 has a large selection of IGI certified yellow, pink and lime diamonds, all cut in Antwerp. Created-Diamonds.com is an online retailer of cultured diamonds produced by different labs.
Are diamonds considered as a mineral?
Yes, diamonds are formed from carbon.
What are diamonds called that are made in factories?
Diamonds made in factories are called man-made diamonds.
What is the name of manmade diamonds?
Man-made diamonds are usually called man-made diamonds.
What famous building is made from diamonds?
No building on earth is 'made from diamonds'.
What is diamond pastry?
it is a pastry made of diamonds it is a pastry made of diamonds
Is diamonds made of coal?
No. Diamonds and coal are both allotropes of carbon. Coal and diamonds are not made from one another.
Are diamonds man-made?
Natural diamonds are formed by Mother Nature: man-made diamonds are manufactured in a laboratory.
When was The Man Who Made Diamonds created?
The Man Who Made Diamonds was created in 1937.
Are diamonds made from rocks?
Diamonds are formed from carbon.
Is diamonds matter?
Yes, diamonds are made of matter.
Are man made diamonds as good a natural diamonds?
A man made diamond is not becuase its made up of different particles then teh all natural diamonds
Why does coal turn into diamonds?
Diamonds are not made of coal. Diamonds are made from carbon, which is also true of coal. Both are allotropes of carbon.
What metal are diamonds made from?
Diamonds are formed from carbon, and are not metallic.
