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  • Understanding Diamond Classification: An Igneous Rock?
    Diamonds fall under the category of igneous rocks.

    Here's why:

    * Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma (molten rock) or lava.

    * Diamonds form deep within the Earth's mantle under intense heat and pressure. This process is similar to how other igneous rocks are formed.

    While diamonds are often found in sedimentary rocks, they were originally formed as igneous rocks.

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