Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Diamonds form:

  1. at the bottom of certain parts of the Indian Ocean

  2. in certain types of caves just below the Earth's surface

  3. about 100 miles below the Earth's surface, in the mantle's molten rock

  4. bottom of the Pacific ocean

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Diamonds form approximately 100 miles below the Earth's surface in the mantle's molten rock under extreme pressure and temperature conditions. They are brought to the surface through volcanic pipes and kimberlite eruptions.