The Economic Times article on man-made diamonds was interesting. Synthetic diamonds are created in a laboratory. They have nearly the same chemical, physical, and optical properties of their natural counterpart. On the other hand, imitation diamonds usually resemble in color only. They do not have the same chemical, physical and optical properties of their natural counterpart. In fact synthetic diamonds and imitation diamonds often get mixed up. I think imitation/synthetic diamonds are not that difficult to identify. If doubtful always consult a reputed gem testing laboratory.
Useful links:
http://www.ckcsons.com
http://www.popleys.com
http://www.debeers.com
http://www.debeersgroup.com
http://www.moissaniteco.com
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