what is cubic zirconia

Cubic zirconia is the cubic crystalline form of zirconium dioxide (ZrO2), a synthetic material that is hard and usually colorless, but may be made in a variety of different colors. It is often used as a diamond simulant because of its visual likeness to diamond, affordability, and durability. Cubic zirconia is classified as a diamond simulant, and it is significantly cheaper than diamonds. It is important to note that cubic zirconia is distinct from zircon, which is a zirconium silicate. It is often used in jewelry as an affordable alternative to diamonds due to its close visual resemblance