bort
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bort:
see diamonddiamond,mineral, one of two crystalline forms of the element carbon (see allotropy), the hardest natural substance known, used as a gem and in industry. Properties
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bort
[bȯrt] (mineralogy)
Imperfectly crystallized diamond material unsuitable for gems because of its shape, size, or color and because of flaws or inclusions; used for abrasive and cutting purposes. Also spelled boart.
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