Cr: meaning, definitions and examples

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Cr

 

[ kroʊmiəm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemical element

Cr is the chemical symbol for chromium, a transition metal known for its high corrosion resistance and shiny appearance. It is commonly used in stainless steel manufacturing and for plating purposes.

Synonyms

chromium

Examples of usage

  • Chromium is used to create stainless steel.
  • The car was plated with chromium to prevent rust.
  • Chromium compounds can be toxic and must be handled with care.

Translations

Translations of the word "Cr" in other languages:

🇵🇹 Cr

🇮🇳 Cr

🇩🇪 Cr

🇮🇩 Cr

🇺🇦 Cr

🇵🇱 Cr

🇯🇵 Cr

🇫🇷 Cr

🇪🇸 Cr

🇹🇷 Cr

🇰🇷 Cr

🇸🇦 Cr

🇨🇿 Cr

🇸🇰 Cr

🇨🇳 Cr

🇸🇮 Cr

🇮🇸 Cr

🇰🇿 Cr

🇬🇪 Cr

🇦🇿 Cr

🇲🇽 Cr

Word origin

The symbol 'Cr' comes from the Greek word 'chroma,' meaning color, which reflects the various colored compounds that chromium can produce. Discovered in 1797 by French chemist Louis-Nicolas Vauquelin, chromium was initially used for its colorful pigments in paints and dyes. Its properties as a strong metal became recognized later, leading to its widespread application in metallurgy and manufacturing, particularly in creating alloys and as a protective coating against corrosion. Over the years, industrial applications of chromium have expanded, but environmental and health concerns regarding its compounds have led to regulations in many industries.