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Mineral resource of the month: chromium

January 1, 2011
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Chromium is an important metal used as an alloying element in cast iron, steel and superalloys, as well as in refractory and numerous chemical applications.

Citation Information

Publication Year 2011
Title Mineral resource of the month: chromium
Authors John F. Papp
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Earth
Index ID 70044928
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization National Minerals Information Center