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Diamond can be ...
- a gemstone
- an industrial additive when extreme hardness/ precision is required for a tool
- a geometric shape
- an allotrope of carbon
- a symbol of sentiment
- a political prize/ award
- a component in terrorism
- a brand label meaning 'the best'
and more.
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How do use diamond cuts diamond in a sentence?
The diamond cutter taught the intern how a diamond cuts diamond as they cut and polished the raw stone.
What is the spelling of diamond?
That is the correct spelling of diamond (jewel or shape). Example: She wore a diamond ring.
What is the meaning of classified?
Classified means that only those people selected can know this information or read this document. Classified means being assigned to a group or having a group identity. When most people refer to some information as classified, we actually mean that information or documents are classified as top secret, secret, private, personal. Other information may also be classified as public or public domain, or available only for certain groups. Books can be classified as fiction or non-fiction or be classified based on their subject matter.
Why is diamond a common noun?
The word diamond is a common noun because it is the word for any diamond. The Hope Diamond is a proper noun because it is a specific diamond; Diamond Head in Hawaii is a proper noun because it's the name of a specific place.
What is the possessive form of diamond?
When describing a singular stone, 'a diamond's mounting' is proper. When describing multiple diamonds, 'the diamonds' cluster' is proper.
Is created diamond real?
If the stone is created from carbon, it is properly classified as a diamond.
What color are the carats in the hope diamond?
All the carats in the Hope Diamond are classified as blue-gray.
Why is diamond classified as an allotrope of carbon?
It is one of forms of carbon
Is diamond a mineral gem ore or other?
Diamond is an allotrope of the element carbon, so may be classified as a mineral (it can be colored by elemental impurities). About 20% of all diamonds mined are gem-quality stones, leaving the remainder to be classified as industrial diamonds. Diamond is not an ore.
Gold and diamond are not generally classified as rock-forming minerals because?
They are rare.
What is the best diamond classified as?
High quality diamonds are classified as flawless, either colourless or a fancy colour, substantial carat weight with an excellent cut.
Where is the hm whirlpool in Pokemon Diamond?
whirlpool is not classified as a HM in that Pokemon series, only in heartgold/soulsilver is it a HM, in diamond it is only a simple TM (1use)
Is a diamond sedimentary rock?
No. By definition, sedimentary rock is formed on the earth's surface and in bodies of water. Diamonds are formed far below the earth's surface and are erupted to the surface by way of volcanic pipes.
Where can one obtain diamond encrusted crosses or pendants at a discounted price?
An interested buyer or collector is able to purchase discounted diamond encrusted crosses or pendants from previous owners who are selling them on sites such as eBay, or in local classified ads.
What is the difference between a regular diamond and a diamond that is classified as certified diamond?
A certified diamond is one that has been evaluated by a professional in whatever certification method is documented by the certificate. For example, the Gemological Institute of America -- GIA -- certifies diamonds by documenting the colour, clarity, cut and carat weight of the diamond. This establishes the individual characteristics of the gem. A non-certified diamond can only be evaluated according to the expertise of the person evaluating the diamond, and usually without certification. It's characteristics, therefore, are uncertain.
What type of diamond is the hope diamond?
The Hope Diamond is a Type IIb diamond, classified as such based on it's "...very low levels of nitrogen impurities comparable to Type IIa diamonds, Type IIb diamonds contain significant boron impurities. Type IIb diamonds make up about 0.1% of all natural diamonds," according to Wikipedia.
How are diamonds classified in terms of color?
The "traditional" diamond is colourless and transparent. However, diamonds come in a variety of colours including pink, brown, black, yellow, and red.
