Physicists Create 'Hexagonal Diamond' Surpassing Natural Stones in Hardness

Chinese researchers have successfully synthesized pure samples of lonsdaleite, a rare hexagonal diamond previously found only at meteorite impact sites. Testing confirms the material's superior hardness compared to traditional cubic diamonds, marking a significant milestone in material science.

Luca Bianchi

March 15, 2026354 views

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Emeka Okafor1d ago

Achieving the purity needed

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