Thermoplastics, in basic terms, are melt-processable plastics (materials that are processed with heat). When enough heat is added to bring the temperature of the plastic above its melt point, the plastic liquefies (softens enough to be processed).
Where diamonds are found in the United States - Wyoming. Diamond Kimberlite pipes have been found in Wyoming, near the Colorado-Wyoming state line area referred to as the Aultman, Ferris and Schaffer kimberlites. The Herkimer Diamond Mine and the Ace Of Diamonds Mine - New York.
Approximately 25 million carats of natural diamonds go toward jewelry each year, another 80 million carats of natural diamonds go toward industrial use, and an additional 570 million carats of lab-manufactured synthetic diamonds are created for industrial purposes. This does not mean synthetic diamonds should not be considered for jewelry. Prices are much lower than natural diamonds, and the quality can be worse or better than a natural diamond. Where is My Diamond From? Natural diamonds are mined in approximately 25 countries across five continents.