Certain diamond companies use the advertising slogan "Diamonds are forever." Why, from a geologic perspective, might this not be accurate?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Because they form in environments of extreme pressure and temperature, diamonds are somewhat unstable at the surface and break down very slowly.
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