Overview
- Presents an overview of the latest research on diamonds in nature
- Explains the formation of diamonds of different sizes in nature
- Provides some guidelines for diamond exploration and prospecting
Part of the book series: SpringerBriefs in Earth Sciences (BRIEFSEARTH)
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Table of contents (7 chapters)
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Front Matter
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About this book
In this book, readers will gain a deep understanding of the distinct characteristics and intricate formation mechanisms behind each type of diamond.
A standout feature of this book is its in-depth exploration of nanodiamonds, shedding light on their unique formation processes. The narrative is thoughtfully organized, covering four main categories of natural diamonds and their related formation processes: 1)Interstellar nanodiamond particles; 2) Nano- and microcrustal diamonds associated with coals, sediments, and metamorphic rocks; 3) Nanodiamonds and microdiamonds associated with secondary alterations of mafic and ultramafic rocks mainly in the oceanic lithosphere; 4) Mantle-derived diamonds associated with kimberlites and their xenoliths, such as peridotites and eclogites.
With clarity and precision, this book caters to both researchers and students in the fields of mineralogy and mineral formation. This book serves as an invaluable resource, offering an all-encompassing perspective on diamond formation, appealing to those curious minds eager to delve into the captivating realm of these precious gems.
Authors and Affiliations
About the authors
Dr. Simakov Sergei Kirillovich, a geologist and diamond expert, born on 22 August 1957 in Russia. He completed his education at the Geological Faculty of St. Petersburg University in 1979. Early in his career, from 1979 to 1997, he dedicated his efforts as a Scientist at the All Russia Geological Institute.
Dr Sergei Kirillovich pursued further academic excellence and earned his Ph.D. degree in 1990. Subsequently, from 1997 to 2008, he continued to contribute to the field of geology as part of the esteemed Department of Geology at St. Petersburg University, Russia. In 2013, he embarked on a new journey as the Director of LLC "Adamant," a distinguished role he has held up to the present day.
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Nano and Micro Diamond Formation in Nature
Book Subtitle: Ultrafine Carbon Particles on Earth and Space
Authors: Sergei Simakov, Vittorio Scribano, Nikolai Melnik, Victor Pechnikov, Irina Drozdova, Vladimir Vyalov, Mikhail Novikov
Series Title: SpringerBriefs in Earth Sciences
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-43278-1
Publisher: Springer Cham
eBook Packages: Earth and Environmental Science, Earth and Environmental Science (R0)
Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2023
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-031-43277-4Published: 04 October 2023
eBook ISBN: 978-3-031-43278-1Published: 03 October 2023
Series ISSN: 2191-5369
Series E-ISSN: 2191-5377
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: VIII, 132
Number of Illustrations: 39 b/w illustrations, 14 illustrations in colour
Topics: Geochemistry, Mineralogy, Nanochemistry, Biogeosciences