Scientists got diamond's melting point wrong by more than 1,000 degrees, crushing new laser experiment reveals
Scientists have conducted a new laser experiment that precisely measured diamond's melting point, revealing previous estimates were off by more than 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit. This updated data is crucial for improving nuclear fusion experiments and studies related to giant planets.
Why it matters
Accurate understanding of how diamond behaves under extreme conditions is vital for advancing nuclear fusion as a potential future energy source and for creating better models of the interiors of exoplanets.
Scientists blasted diamonds with lasers to get the best measurement of the mineral's melting point yet. The new, more accurate numbers could help improve fusion experiments and studies of giant planets.
By Damien Pine Edited by Brandon Specktor , Laura Mondrag n Published 12 September 2026 In News When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's how it works .
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