Science: Fireball over Siberia: 1908

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If the Soviets are correct about the Siberian blast, they may be rewarded for their discovery. Because diamonds make up 1% to 2% of uralites, some 40 to 80 tons of these gems, which can be put to use in grinders, cutters and drill bits, should be scattered throughout the Tunguska area ready for the picking.

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