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Grain (3.03)

The isometric crystal system is characterized by three equal-length axes perpendicular to each other, with diamond crystals typically falling into this pattern despite not being cube-shaped. The varied shapes and...

Grain (3.03)

The isometric crystal system is characterized by three equal-length axes perpendicular to each other, with diamond crystals typically falling into this pattern despite not being cube-shaped. The varied shapes and...

Study Questions for Sections 1 & 2

Mastering Diamonds study questions for sections 1 & 2

Study Questions for Sections 1 & 2

Mastering Diamonds study questions for sections 1 & 2

What is diamond? (3.01)

Diamond is pure carbon that has crystallized in the isometric configuration. It is the only single-element gem that exists on this planet. Elemental carbon occurs only in three natural forms:...

What is diamond? (3.01)

Diamond is pure carbon that has crystallized in the isometric configuration. It is the only single-element gem that exists on this planet. Elemental carbon occurs only in three natural forms:...

Origin (2.01)

Diamonds are found on every continent, with new mines still being uncovered. There are claims that the world will run out of diamonds, but this is unlikely. Diamonds form deep...

Origin (2.01)

Diamonds are found on every continent, with new mines still being uncovered. There are claims that the world will run out of diamonds, but this is unlikely. Diamonds form deep...

Primary and Secondary Deposits (2.02)

The two types of of diamond deposits are primary and secondary. Primary is delivered via kimberlite forced to the surface, whereas secondary is caused form the erosion of the kimberlite...

Primary and Secondary Deposits (2.02)

The two types of of diamond deposits are primary and secondary. Primary is delivered via kimberlite forced to the surface, whereas secondary is caused form the erosion of the kimberlite...

Prospecting (2.03)

Diamond prospecting comes before the mining. New technology has made it more efficient and easier.

Prospecting (2.03)

Diamond prospecting comes before the mining. New technology has made it more efficient and easier.