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PBS

Nova Online: The Diamond Deception

For Students 9th - 10th
A good overview of diamonds. Gives information on structure, properties, and origin. Includes models that can be rotated and examined in 3D. Also has activity for building your own carbon atom.
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Children's Museum

Children's Museum of Indianapolis: What's a Hardness Scale?

For Students 1st - 5th
Find an illustrated explanation of the Mohs' hardness scale, which is used to compare the hardness of minerals. The scale explains the differences in hardness among a range of minerals, beginning with the softest (talc) and ending with...
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Amethyst Galleries

Native Elements Class: The Mineral Diamond

For Students 9th - 10th
Description of diamonds and their properties. Includes a gallery of raw uncut diamonds.