Why does a diamond cut glass?

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Why does a diamond cut glass?..

Answer / guest

The carbon atoms in the diamond have a great cohesive force.
Due to this cohesive force the carbon atoms cannot be easily
parted ; and hence it is harder than glass and cuts it

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Why does a diamond cut glass?..

Answer / lipak

because it is strongest material in the world.

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