| Atomic Number of Chromium |
24 |
| Atomic Symbol of Chromium |
Cr |
| Atomic Weight of Chromium |
51.996 |
| Color of Chromium |
silver |
| Density of Chromium |
7.140 g/cubic centimeter |
| Melting Point of Chromium |
1907 degrees C / 3465 degrees F |
| Boiling Point of Chromium |
2671 degrees C / 4839 degrees F |
| Chromium State At Room Temp |
solid |
| Classification of Chromium |
transition element |
| Date Chromium Was Discovered |
1797 |
| Facts on Chromium |
Chromium makes rubies red.
Stainless Steel is made from Chromium because it does not tarnish and is resistant to corrosion.
Chromium plays a role in glucose metabolism and has an effect in the action of insulin.
Chromium compounds should be regarded as highly toxic other than in trace amounts.
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