Chromium: meaning, definitions and examples

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chromium

 

[ หˆkroสŠmiษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemical element

Chromium is a lustrous, hard metal that is used in a variety of applications, particularly in the production of stainless steel and other alloys. It is known for its high corrosion resistance and hardness. Chromium can also be found in compounds, and it plays an essential role in various chemical reactions. Due to its reflective properties, chromium is often used in decorative finishes and coatings.

Synonyms

Cr, chromo

Examples of usage

  • The stainless steel kitchen appliances are made with chromium.
  • Chromium plating gives the car parts a shiny finish.
  • Researchers are studying the effects of chromium compounds on health.
  • The alloy contains chromium to enhance its corrosion resistance.

Translations

Translations of the word "chromium" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cromo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฐเฅ‹เคฎเคฟเคฏเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Chrom

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kromium

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั…ั€ะพะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ chrom

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒญใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chrome

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cromo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท krom

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌ๋กฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุฑูˆู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chrom

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ chrรณm

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้“ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ krom

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ krรณm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั…ั€ะพะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒ แƒแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xrom

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cromo

Etymology

The word 'chromium' is derived from the Greek word 'chroma,' which means color. This etymology reflects the discovery of various colorful compounds that chromium forms. Chromium was first discovered in 1797 by the French chemist Nicolas-Louis Vauquelin in a mineral known as crocoite. During the early 19th century, chromium was isolated in its metallic form. Since then, it has played a crucial role in industrial processes and the production of alloys. The metal's ability to withstand oxidation and its shimmering quality have made it vital in manufacturing and decorative applications. Today, chromium is used not only in metallurgy but also in the creation of pigments and in various fields of chemistry.

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