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Radio or any other wave in electromagnetic spectrum?
Sound perhaps?
And at what frequency(ies)
Sound perhaps?
And at what frequency(ies)
Visible light is part of the EM spectrum, and a diamond's particular talent at refracting that is why they're sold as horrendously expensive jewelry. (Optical reflection is just a special form of refraction.)sbratva said:any other wave in electromagnetic spectrum?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Material_properties_of_diamondsbratva said:Can you "charge" diamonds (rough) with let's say, electromagnetism?
There's a lot more to the article, but this is as far as I dare quote due to copyright.Except for most natural blue diamonds, which are semiconductors due to substitutional boron impurities replacing carbon atoms, diamond is a good electrical insulator, having a resistivity of 100 GΩ·m to 1 EΩ·m[28] (1011 to 1018 Ω·m).
What do you mean by "charge"? Charge with what?sbratva said:Thanks for replies fellas.
Last question.
Can you "charge" diamonds (rough) with let's say, electromagnetism?
sbratva said:Thanks for replies fellas.
Can you "charge" diamonds (rough) with let's say, electromagnetism?
Oh, if that's all you want to do, you can go a lot cheaper; just use amber. Or, for the wealthier class, even gold or platinum. Diamond won't work.DEvens said:Like, get a cat and rub the diamond on the cat and notice the static electricity?
I would like to be able to afford a big enough diamond to have any significant reflections out in the open! :)nasu said:Sound is not an EM wave but diamond will reflect it as well. Actually it will reflect is very well if the diamond is in air, as the impedance mismatch is huge.
Diamonds have a very high refractive index, meaning that they can bend and slow down light passing through them. When light hits a diamond, it is reflected multiple times within the diamond before exiting, giving it a sparkling appearance.
Diamonds are able to reflect all types of electromagnetic waves, including visible light, infrared, and ultraviolet. However, the amount of reflection may vary depending on the wavelength of the wave.
No, other gemstones such as rubies and sapphires also have a high refractive index and can reflect electromagnetic waves. However, diamonds are known for their exceptional ability to reflect light and are often used in jewelry for this reason.
The cut of a diamond plays a crucial role in how it reflects electromagnetic waves. A well-cut diamond will have precise angles and facets that allow for maximum reflection and sparkle, while a poorly cut diamond may not reflect light as effectively.
Yes, diamonds can also absorb some electromagnetic waves, depending on their wavelength. This is why diamonds appear to have different colors under different lighting, as some wavelengths are reflected while others are absorbed.