Mineralogist Answers Gemstone Questions From Twitter | Tech Support

Gabriela Farfan, the Smithsonian's curator of gems and minerals, answers the internet's burning questions about gemstones.

Are all minerals crystals?

How are diamonds cut?

How do geodes form?

Is the Hope Diamond actually cursed?

This rock and mineral expert answers all these questions and more.

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