Name:
Chromium
Symbol:
Cr
Atomic Number:
24
Atomic Mass:
51.996
Atomic Volume:
7.23 cc/mol
Discovered By:
Vauquelin
Discovery Date:
1797
Origin of Name:
Chromium - (Greek) chroma (color)
Toxicity:
Finely dispersed chromium is toxic on inhalation, as are chromium compounds. Compounds of hexavalent chromium, chromates, and bichromates are most toxic.
Summary:
Not found free in nature. Chromium is used for decorative coatings because it is not oxidized by air.
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