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To: Lazarus_Long who wrote (408)9/8/2006 3:29:12 PM
From: TimF  Respond to of 10087
 
Yup -

"Thermodynamic stability

Like other forms of carbon like coal, diamonds will burn at approximately 800 degrees Celsius, providing that enough oxygen is available. The combustability of diamond was shown in the late 18th century[2] and previously described during Roman times. "

en.wikipedia.org



To: Lazarus_Long who wrote (408)9/8/2006 3:29:53 PM
From: one_less  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 10087
 
Which reminds me, did you know Superman has a kid now?