Diamond
C
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Diamond is the hardest known natural material, composed of pure carbon arranged in an isometric crystal structure. Formed deep in Earth's mantle under extreme pressure and temperature, diamonds are brought to the surface by volcanic eruptions through kimberlite pipes.
| Système Cristallin | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Classe Minérale | 01 Native Elements |
| Dureté Mohs | 10.0 |
| Densité | 3.50-3.53 |
| Couleur | Colorless, yellow, brown, blue, green, pink |
| Éclat | Adamantine |
| Trait | None |
| Clivage | Perfect octahedral {111} |
| Cassure | Conchoidal |
| Transparence | Transparent |
| Habitus Cristallin | Octahedral, cubic |
Dureté Mohs
Mohs Hardness: 10,0 – 10,0
1 Soft10 Hard
Système Cristallin
Cubic (Isometric)Explore on Science FYI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hardness of Diamond?
Diamond has a Mohs hardness of 10.0.
What crystal system does Diamond belong to?
Diamond crystallizes in the Cubic (Isometric) crystal system.
What color is Diamond?
Diamond is typically Colorless, yellow, brown, blue, green, pink.
What type of luster does Diamond have?
Diamond exhibits a Adamantine luster.
What is the chemical formula of Diamond?
The chemical formula of Diamond is C.