Do Diamonds Really Come from Coal?

This resource is intended to support reading in the content area. This article debunks a popular Superman myth. Even though diamonds and coal are both different forms of carbon, and pressure is a key part of turning carbon into diamonds, the author explains why Superman cannot crush coal to make diamonds. The article goes on to explain how diamonds are actually formed.

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Direct Link: http://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/wilderness-resources/stories/do-diamonds-really-come-from-coal

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Subject(s): English Language Arts, Science

Grade Level(s): 9, 10

Intended Audience: Educators

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes

Keywords: coal, diamond, carbon, Superman, text complexity, informational text

Instructional Component Type(s): Text Resource

Resource Collection: STEM Reading Resources

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