Question

Which statement best describes the formation of diamonds?

A. Diamonds form in kimberlites under very low pressure.
B. Diamonds form in kimberlites under very high pressure.
C. Diamonds form in talc under very high pressure.
D. Diamonds form in talc under very low pressure.

Answer 1

The correct answer would be (b.) Diamonds form in kimberlites under very high pressure. Kimberlites are one of the most important sources of the mined diamonds and these are formed with a very high pressure. The statement in (d.) would best describe the formation of diamonds.