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Why does total internal reflection occur in diamonds more than in other gemstones?
Because of a diamonds clarity and its molecular make-up, which is more dense than other gemstones. This is true even when a diamond and a different gemstone are cut exactly the same way.
How does diamonds refract light?
Diamonds refract light due to their high refractive index, which causes light to slow down and bend as it enters the diamond. This bending of light is what makes diamonds sparkle and exhibit the phenomenon of total internal reflection, where light is reflected back within the diamond instead of passing through.
Can one diamond scratch another diamond?
Diamond is the hardest known substance, but one diamond can scratch another diamond. If that was not the case, there would be no way for jewelers to shape diamonds as they do, into faceted jewels, instead of lumpy stones.
Why is it that diamonds cant shatter glass?
Diamonds are much harder than glass, so when a diamond comes into contact with glass, the hardness and strength of the diamond prevent it from shattering the glass. Instead, the diamond would typically scratch or chip the glass surface.
Does a real diamond turn purple under an ultra light?
If the diamond has natural fluorescence -- about 60% of diamonds do -- then, yes, it will glow under black light.
Is diamond a natural source of light?
No, diamond is not a natural source of light. While diamonds can reflect and refract light beautifully due to their crystalline structure, they do not emit light on their own. Instead, they require an external light source to display their characteristic sparkle and brilliance.
How do you buy Medusas blood with diamonds on howrse?
You have to get 10 diamonds, then you go to the Medusa blood buy page and click buy with diamonds instead of with passes. Hope i helped
Why did they discover diamonds?
they dicovered diamonds because people were looking for rare minerals and found instead, rare gemstones that sparkled and refracted light
Why does total internal reflection occur in diamonds more than in other gemstones?
Because of a diamonds clarity and its molecular make-up, which is more dense than other gemstones. This is true even when a diamond and a different gemstone are cut exactly the same way.
What does silk touch do in minecraft?
(Example) You have a silk touch iron pick and your in a cave. You find diamonds and mine them, but instead of diamonds, you get diamond ore!
Does diamond rust?
no rust mostly happens to metals and diamonds are not metal
What is Imperial Moissanite?
Imperial Moissanite was the name of a special cut for round brilliant moissanite stones. It had 89 facets instead of the usual 57. It was created specifically for Helzberg Diamonds. Other vendors also sold 89-facet round brilliants, and marketed them under other names, such as Exquisite and Celestial.
Is it bad luck to have gems other than diamonds in an engagement ring?
No, it is not bad luck to have other gems (or just a wedding band) instead of diamonds. It depends on the individuals taste and some women prefer other gems to diamonds. It is not always true 'that diamonds are a girl's best friend.'
How are people conserving diamonds?
People can conserve diamonds by recycling and reusing them in new jewelry pieces, rather than buying new diamonds. Additionally, buying lab-grown diamonds instead of mined diamonds can help reduce the demand for new diamond mining and conserve natural resources. Storing and taking care of diamonds properly can also help maintain their value and longevity.
How do you use diamonds to buy things on Howrse?
diamonds can be used on howrse instead of passes, but it takes around 10 to equal one pass. they can be used on the black market, etc.
Why would you have a mined diamond instead of a manufactured diamond?
Mined diamonds are more valuable than manufactured diamonds, as gemstones. This may not be a consideration for you, in which case, you would own a manufactured diamond.
How are diamonds melted?
Diamonds are typically not melted in a traditional sense due to their extremely high melting point of around 3,500 degrees Celsius. Instead, diamonds are typically burned under high-pressure oxygen to convert them into carbon dioxide gas.
