Chromium
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| Chromium | |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Cr |
| Atomic number | 24 |
| Classification | Transition metal |
| Atomic mass | 52.0 amu |
| Other Information | |
| Date of discovery | 1797 |
| Name of discoverer | Louis Vauquelin |
| Name origin | From the Greek word chrôma (color) |
| Uses | Stainless steel |
| Obtained from | Chromite |
Chromium (Cr) is a chemical element found at number 24 on the periodic table. It is a hard, lustrous gray transition metal used in plating processes and the production of stainless steel.
Chromium is generally found in nature in the mineral chromite (FeO - Cr2O3), but can also be found in crocoite (PbCrO4). It is also an essential mineral for life; a deficiency will lead to a reduction in glucose tolerance, as several chromium (III) compounds have been found to enhance the effectiveness of insulin. However, some chromates are hazardous to one's health when injested/inhaled.
