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Chromus — Chrome

Monster name: Chromus

Chrome

Atomic number
24
Symbol
Cr
Series
transition metals
Group
6
Period
4
State of matter
solid
  • native element
  • trace element

Most popular in its use as chrome plating for increasing the corrosion resistance of steel, causing shiny surfaces. It is also found in many pigments, in magnetic tape and many gems like ruby or emerald.

Chromus the monster loves everything that shines and glitters in rainbow colours. It is quite a show-off.

Chromium zone refined and cube
Chromium zone refined and cube — Image source: Wikimedia Commons