Geology

【Botswana】Learn All About Botswana’s Rare Half Pink Diamond Discovery

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Editor’s NoteThis remarkable discovery from Botswana challenges our understanding of diamond formation. The article explores the scientific…

【Wollo, Ethio】Villagers Discover a Deposit of Pure Black Opal in Artisanal Tunnels

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Editor’s NoteThis article details the discovery of a significant black opal deposit in the highlands of northern Ethiopia. It explores the geology of…

Ore Formation: Return Of The Revenge Of The Fluids

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Editor’s NoteThis article explores the unique geochemical processes that form skarn deposits, highlighting their significance as sources for a…

Visualized: Over 100 Minerals and Gems Ranked by Hardness

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Editor’s NoteThis article explains the Mohs hardness scale, a fundamental geological tool developed in 1812 to rank minerals by scratch resistance….

Minerals, Gems and Precious Stones Organized by Chemical Group

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Editor’s NoteThis article explores the fascinating world of minerals, from the abundant silicates that form common quartz and precious emeralds to…

Neighboring Planet Filled with Diamonds: 18-Kilometer-Thick Diamond Layer Revealed by New Research, Scientists Amazed

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Editor’s NoteNew research suggests Mercury may harbor a vast diamond layer beneath its surface, formed from graphite under extreme pressure during…

【Kimberley, A】Argyle Mine: Earth’s Pink Diamond Treasure Trove, Born from a Supercontinent’s Breakup

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Editor’s NoteThe Argyle mine in Australia was the world’s primary source of rare pink diamonds. Its closure in 2020 highlights the geological rarity…

【Surat, India】Discovery in India: A Rare Diamond Contains Another Inside

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Editor’s NoteThis article describes the discovery of a unique 0.329-carat diamond, nicknamed “Beating Heart” for the smaller diamond trapped inside…