Common uses of Chromium?

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Common uses of Chromium?

or what things contain chromium?

2007-12-08 12:35:55 · 3 answers · asked by lismithly 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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The biggest use of Cr is as an alloying element in steels, specifically stainless steels and tool steels. It used to be lots of things were Cr plated (electroplated) but the plating chemicals are highly toxic so the environmental costs have driven the development of alternatives.

2007-12-08 12:40:36 · answer #1 · answered by Gary H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Chromium is essential to a healthy diet.

2007-12-08 20:42:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

Stainless steel

2007-12-08 20:38:45 · answer #3 · answered by Jimmy Mills 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋