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Taff Agent of kaos Started conversation Nov 23, 2007
What is "cubic zirconian"
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Orcus Posted Nov 23, 2007
Zirocnia is the compound ZrO2 - Zirconium dioxide.
Zirconium being one of the metallic elements of the periodic table.
Cubic means it has a crystal structure that is cubic in symmetry.
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Xanatic Posted Nov 24, 2007
Zirconias are found naturally in nature. They are good for doing radioactive dating. The cube part refers to the cubic shape they would have if nothing stunted their growth. They are often used in cheap jewellry as a substitue for diamonds.
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