New method grows larger diamonds

Stacked spheres showing the molecular structure of a diamond

Source: © Russell Kightley/Science Photo Library

Use this real-world context when teaching about giant covalent structures

Current lab-grown diamonds are mostly used for industrial purposes like drill bits and heat spreaders due to their small size. This new method aims to grow larger diamonds with wider applications and could result in a more sustainable and potentially cheaper alternative to mined diamonds. Use this story and the accompanying summary slide for a real-world context when studying giant covalent structures with your 14–16 learners. 

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