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DIAMONDS: A GIRL'S BEST FRIEND? GEMS TO GEOMETRY GUIDE
Annette Boles, Sharpstown Middle School

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In the eyes of the general public, diamonds represent love, beauty, and wealth. The media has used these gemstones to influence women to believe that the size of the “rock” on their finger determines their status in society. In this unit we will explore the untapped world of math and science hidden behind the wealth and beauty of diamonds. Some women may never stop to think where diamonds come from, how diamonds are formed, and how diamonds are used in professions other than jewelrymaking. Therefore, it is my intention, as a science teacher, to expose and open young middle school girls’ eyes to the wonders and excitements of gemstones, crystals, and geometry. The students will study the seven crystalline structures, the classifications of polygons, polyhedrons, and search out math and science careers.