Corundum: Use as a Gemstone, Abrasive, Refractory
Diamonds: Learn about the properties of diamond, its many uses, and diamond discoveries. Corundum is used as a gemstone, abrasive, refractory and much more. Red corundum is a ruby, blue is a sapphire, any other color is a fancy sapphire. Synthetic corundum is used instead of natural corundum in most applications.