Scientists in China have created an ultra-hard, high-quality 'super-diamond' 40% stronger than natural diamond. To find out why it’s stronger, and what uses it could have, watch our exclusive animation.
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00:00Scientists in China have created an ultra-hard, high-quality super-diamond, 40% stronger than natural diamond.
00:08Most natural diamonds have a cubic structure, but the ultra-hard diamonds have a hexagonal crystal structure.
00:14Previously, the hardest diamonds were found in meteor impact craters.
00:19The new diamonds will be a better alternative for machining, drilling, and other industrial tasks needing diamonds.
00:25And yes, they may also be used in engagement rings.
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