Why Do 70% of Diamonds Come From One Bizarre Type of Volcano?

Why Do 70% of Diamonds Come From One Bizarre Type of Volcano?

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Why Do 70% of Diamonds Come From One Bizarre Type of Volcano?A new study uncovers how volatile-rich magmas propel diamond-bearing kimberlites from Earth’s depths. If you’ve ever admired a diamond, chances are it originated from a kimberlite. More than 70% of all natural diamonds are extracted from these rare volcanic formations. Despite decades of research, scientists are still trying to unravel how kimberlites rise from deep […]

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