Diamond crystal structure
cubic

Diamond

C

Quick Facts

Hardness
10
Specific Gravity
3.52
Refractive Index
2.417

Crystal Structure

cubic[m3m]:{111}@1.0 + {110}@0.2
cubic
m3m
{111} {110}

Physical Properties

Crystal Systemcubic
Hardness (Mohs)10
Specific Gravity3.52
CleavagePerfect {111}
FractureConchoidal
LustreAdamantine

Optical Properties

Refractive Index2.417
Dispersion0.044

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cubic[m3m]:{111}@1.0 + {110}@0.2