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Which is the hardest natural substance found on Earth?

1. Iron
2. Diamond
3. Gold
4. Granite

Correct answer: Diamond

Solution

Diamond is the hardest naturally occurring substance on Earth. It ranks highest on the Mohs scale of hardness among natural materials.

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