answersLogoWhite

0

Diamonds are formed from carbon, and are not metallic.

User Avatar

Wiki User

9y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

If you took an uncuttable metal and made a sword from it would it be able to cut the uncuttable metal?

That depends on the electrical conductivity; however, "diamonds cut diamonds." ;)


Are diamonds made of elements on the periodic table that are metals nonmetalssemimetalsor a conbination?

Diamonds are carbon, a non-metal.


Is the diamond nonmetallic mineral?

Diamonds are made from carbon, a non-metal.


Are diamonds metal or non metals?

No. A pure diamond is carbon, and it is an allotrope of this element in the same way that graphite (pencil lead) is an allotrope of carbon. Thus, diamond is not a metal because carbon is not a metal.


Are diamonds a metal metalloid or nonmetal?

Diamonds are formed from carbon, which is a mineral, not a metal.


What's the best metal to set diamonds in?

Gold is generally the most commonly used metal to set diamonds in.


Does diamond rust?

no rust mostly happens to metals and diamonds are not metal


Are jaws-of-life made of diamonds?

The Jaws of Life are made of metal and use a hydraulic system. The official name is "Hydraulic Rescue Tool".


Are diamonds and gold are the same?

No, diamonds and gold are not the same. Diamonds are precious gemstones formed from carbon, while gold is a precious metal known for its rarity and value. They are used in jewelry and other luxury items, but they are composed of different materials with distinct characteristics.


What are diamonds called that are made in factories?

Diamonds made in factories are called man-made diamonds.


Is diamonds 3 times harder than metal?

Diamonds are the hardest mineral known. Metal refers to metallic materials, and there are many of them. In order to give a 'yes' or 'no' answer to your question, you must specify which metal. Always, however, diamonds are harder than any metal; the number of times harder, then depends on which metal is being compared to diamond in hardness.


What element are diamonds made of?

Diamonds are made of carbon.