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Definition of the Chromium Element
A lustrous, hard, steel-gray metallic element, resistant to
tarnish and corrosion and found primarily in chromite. It is used
in the hardening of steel alloys and the production of stainless
steels, in corrosion-resistant decorative platings, and as a
pigment in glass.
Origin / Meaning of the name Chromium
The name originates
from the Greek word chroma meaning color
Classification of the Chromium Element
Chromium is
classified as a "Transition Metal" which are located in Groups 3 -
12 of the Periodic Table. An Element classified as a Transition
Metals is ductile, malleable, and able to conduct electricity and
heat.
Facts about the History
and the
Discovery
of the Chromium
Element
Chromium was discovered by
Louis Vauquelin
in 1797 who was also able to detect traces of chromium in precious
gems, such as ruby and emerald.
A lead chromate named as Siberian Red Lead was found by Johann
Gottlob Lehmann in 1761. Peter Simon Pallas found that the
Siberian Red Lead mineral that had very useful properties as a
pigment in paints.
Occurrence the Chromium Element
Obtained from Chromite
Associated Uses of Chromium
Dyes and paints
Stainless steel
Metallurgy
Chrome plating
Green rouge metal polish
Magnetic tape
Hexavalent chromium
Chromium trioxide 30.0 /day
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