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BPSC Prelims 2023 General 📅 30 Sep, 2023

In the context of lab-grown diamonds (LGDs), what is used as a diamond seed?

A
White sapphire
B
Moissanite
C
Graphite
D
Cubic zirconia (CZ)
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BPSC Prelims
2023 • 30 Sep, 2023 • General
In the context of lab-grown diamonds (LGDs), what is used as a diamond seed?
Correct Answer
Graphite
Process: LGDs are made using HPHT (High Pressure High Temperature) or CVD methods. Source: Graphite is the primary carbon source material used in the HPHT proc......
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💡 Analysis & Explanation
Process ▼
LGDs are made using HPHT (High Pressure High Temperature) or CVD methods.
Source ▼
Graphite is the primary carbon source material used in the HPHT process to synthesize diamond.
Note ▼
While a tiny diamond slice is technically the 'seed', Graphite is the raw material answer accepted by BPSC key.
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