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The answer depends on the state of the diamond.
- Raw from the ground, a diamond is a rock, a stone, and its clarity may be clear to cloudy.
- A diamond rock can vary from the size of a pin head to the largest raw diamond ever found, which fit into the palm of a grown man's hand.
- Some raw diamonds appear to be pyramids, joined at the base, or some variant of this natural shape.
- A raw diamond may possess a natural colour.
Once cut and polished -- a gemstone: only 20% of raw stones mined -- a diamond's best natural qualities are highlighted.
A bag full of industrial diamonds -- the remaining 80% of mined diamonds -- appear to be 'dirty rocks'.
What else can I help you with?
Do diamonds ever look purple with UVlight?
Yes, some diamonds will give this appearance.
What are yellow diamonds?
Yellow diamonds are gemstones with a definitive yellow appearance.
What is the appearance of the diamond found at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas?
You can review the site, below, and see photos of diamonds found there.
What rock is similar to diamonds?
Coal is similar to diamonds in that both substances are made from the element carbon.
Is there an expression 'diamonds in the dust'?
Not familiar with "diamonds in the dust," but you may be thinking of "diamonds in the rough." This is a cliche that references the high potential seen in someone or a group of people that do not necessarily demonstrate it from their outward appearance.
How long can I expect simulated diamonds to keep their attractive appearance?
Fake diamonds such as rhinestones, zircon, and cubic zirconia don't lose luster over time, but the problem is that they don't have near the luster of the real thing in the first place. So in one way, you could say they never had an attractive appearance to lose.
Is diamond a transparent translucent or opaque?
Raw diamonds can be transparent, translucent or opaque, depending on their clarity. Gem-quality diamonds are transparent.
Is zirconium made for diamonds?
Not zirconium (the metal) but the zirconium dioxide - ZrO2 (crystallized in cubic form) is very similar as appearance to diamond.
What lustre do diamonds have?
Diamonds have a very high lustre known as adamantine, which gives them a brilliant and sparkling appearance. This lustre is a result of their high refractive index and exceptional light dispersion properties.
Do black diamonds reflect light?
Black diamonds are known for their unique color and light-absorbing properties, which give them a distinctive appearance compared to traditional white diamonds. While black diamonds may not reflect light in the same way as white diamonds, they can still exhibit a beautiful luster and sparkle due to their polished surfaces and faceting. The dark color of black diamonds may create a different kind of brilliance that is more subtle and mysterious.
Why do diamonds repel water?
Diamonds are hydrophobic because of their non-polar nature, which means they do not have a charge and cannot interact with water molecules. The strong covalent bonds between carbon atoms in diamonds make them highly stable and non-reactive with water. This causes water to bead up and slide off the surface of diamonds, giving them the appearance of repelling water.
Why would a person choose a simulated diamond as opposed to a real one?
Simulated diamonds are typically chosen instead of a real diamond because of the price and minute visual differences from a real diamond. Sometimes simulated diamonds can vary in appearance in stylistic ways that real diamonds cannot, such as differences in color and tone.
