Definition of cubic zirconia in English English dictionary
Cubic zirconia (or CZ) is the cubic crystalline form of zirconium dioxide (ZrO2). The synthesized material is hard, optically flawless and usually colorless, but may be made in a variety of different colors. It should not be confused with zircon, which is a zirconium silicate (ZrSiO4). It is sometimes erroneously called "cubic zirconium"
The most successful simulated diamond properties such as refraction, hardness, and specific gravity are remarkably similar to diamonds Cubic zirconia are very hard to distinguish from diamonds; sometimes a jewelers loop will be needed to see the difference
A synthetic gemstone used in jewelry as an imitation diamond Cut with the same brilliance, weighing 80% heavier, does not have the strength properties of a diamond