2006-08-10 12:51:48 · 6 answers · asked by fluttersby43 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
Some diamonds contain impurities that flouresce under UV light. There is some debate on whether or not this increases or decreases the value of the stone. It is invisible in daylight.
2006-08-10 12:56:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most common cape series diamonds with an absorption band of 4155. These diamonds have the presence of Nitrogen
atoms acting as donors and Boron atoms acting as accepters
in type 1 diamonds Nitrogen is a major impurity
2006-08-11 11:17:25 · answer #2 · answered by Eric C 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Impurities in the diamond which are affected by the ultraviolet light.
2006-08-10 19:55:20 · answer #3 · answered by fishing66833 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think only fake diamonds glow in the dark. Pure diamonds should not reflect light.
2006-08-10 22:45:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
mineral deposits cause a flouresence for starters
a filled diamond will glow in one spot
a fake diamond will also glow
you can find out more in any diamond buying guide at the library or online
2006-08-10 19:57:45 · answer #5 · answered by Ananke402 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because it reflects the light... i dono
2006-08-10 19:57:32 · answer #6 · answered by morenachula06 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋