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Kimberlite, a type of volcanic rock, will vary in specific gravity according to its composition.

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Do all volcanoes have kimberlite?

No, not all volcanoes have kimberlite. Kimberlite is a type of volcanic rock that often contains diamonds, but it is only found in specific geological settings. Other types of volcanoes can be composed of different types of magma and erupt different types of rocks.


Does kimberlite react to acid?

Yes, kimberlite does react to acid. The carbonate minerals in kimberlite can fizz or effervesce when they come into contact with acid, indicating a chemical reaction. This reaction is due to the dissolution of the carbonate minerals in the kimberlite by the acid.


How does one go about locating kimberlite and lamproite diatremes?

To locate kimberlite and lamproite diatremes, geologists typically conduct geophysical surveys, including aeromagnetic and gravity surveys, to identify anomalies associated with these rock types. They may also study the regional geology and geochemical signatures to narrow down potential areas for exploration. Once potential targets are identified, drilling is often used to confirm the presence of kimberlite or lamproite.


Where is kimberlite found?

Kimberlite is typically found in regions with ancient volcanic activity, such as cratons and continental lithosphere. Some common locations include southern Africa, Canada, Australia, and Russia. These regions have preserved the deep mantle source rocks that give rise to kimberlite.


How much kimberlite ore does it take to make 1 carat diamond?

Kimberlite is an indicator mineral for diamond, not the genesis of diamond, which is carbon. Individual diamond mines have varying ratios of kimberlite to diamond.


African diamonds are contained in what?

All diamonds are erupted to the earth surface together with indicator minerals, including kimberlite. Other minerals are present in fertile kimberlite -- containing diamonds -- and absent in sterile kimberlite.


Are kimberlite rocks used for human purpose?

Kimberlite is the main ore of diamonds, but otherwise has little use to humans.


What is the specific gravity for aluminum?

Aluminum has no specific gravity, at least by the current definition of gravity.


Why are diamonds found in kimberlite rock?

Apparently kimberlite pipes -- that can contain diamonds -- are volcanic formations that begin deep within the earth's mantle. Because diamonds and kimberlite -- and other semi-precious gems -- are formed in similar locations, some kimberlite rock contains diamonds. You can read more, below.


Why do diamonds form in kimberlite?

Diamonds are formed deep within the earth's mantle. Diamonds don't 'form' in kimberlite; kimberlite rocks are solidified remnants of a specific type of nearly supersonic volcanic eruption of molten material derived from depths of up to 500 km. The igneous rock thus formed consists of igneous rock from depths far greater than normal volcanic eruptions, and include exotic minerals such as diamonds which form at depths greater than 100 km. You can read more about kimberlite, below.


What is the Specific gravity of acetone?

The specific gravity of acetone is approximately 0.79 at 20°C.


What is the specific gravity of mica?

mica has the specific gravity of 2.88

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