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Diamonds: Earth's Deepest Gem
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In this episode we cover a range of topics centered around diamonds. Where do they come from? Why are they valued? How are they formed? Why do diamonds sparkle so much?
Diamonds are a huge industry, and an economically important resource for many countries. We cover the basics of diamond formation, what causes them to sparkle so much, and why they are scientifically so interesting!
It all comes down to density and hardness. Diamonds are formed deep within the Earth where carbon is…
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