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Yes, they can decay into graphite, but only very rarely.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoyes they can run out as they are Natural Resources . like any other natural resources like oil.
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∙ 12y agoNo they actully get cleaner they dont brake
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What are 3 examples of gemstones?
Diamond, Sapphire/Ruby, Emerald
What are the top five gemstones?
Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald are the top 4.
What is a raw diamond?
A raw diamond is a mineral -- a stone -- mined from the earth from which cut and faceted gemstones (25%) and industrial diamonds (75%) are sourced.
Gemstones are translucent or opaque?
Yes. Diamond is made of carbon, and many plastics also contain carbon. Polystryene, polycarbonate and many other plastics are also transparent, while mercury (a liquid) is not. It's to do with the atomic/ molecular structure, and whether the molecular structure allows light transmission.
How does diamond carat weight and size compare to rubies?
You can review the chart, below, to determine the specific gravity of diamond versus other gemstones, including several different types of rubies. From the chart you can deduce that depending on the type of ruby, it may or may not be exactly comparable to diamond.
What is the hardness of gemstones?
A diamond
can diamond be in jewelry?
gemstones
What physical property of diamond makes it suitable to cut other gemstones?
Its extreme hardness.
What is a diamond market?
An area where diamond gemstones are bought and sold.
What kind of mineral is a Diamond?
Diamond is 100% carbon, except in some gemstones where trace amounts of other minerals can contribute colour.
What is carat in diamond?
Carat is the unit of measurement used to measure diamonds, other gemstones and pearls.
Is a diamond a colloid?
All gemstones are colloids. Therefore diamond is a colloid
Is there any gemstones in diamonds?
A diamond is a gemstone.
What is the mineral diamond used for?
Diamond is used for gemstones, abrasives, and saw blades.
How do you make a ruby diamond?
A ruby is a ruby; a diamond is a diamond. They are different gemstones. Both occur in nature.
What is a carat for a diamond?
Carat is the weight measurement for gemstones.
What are Aries gemstones?
A gemstone that is ruled by Aries is the diamond.
