Chromite
| Frequency | Common |
|---|---|
| Hardness | 5.5 |
| Density | 4.5-4.8 |
| Chemical Formula | {{#Chem:(Fe, Mg)Cr2O4}} |
| Core Elements | Cr, Fe, Mg |
Chromite is the primary ore of chromium. It requires very high temperatures to smelt.
Uses
Starting point for all chromium compounds via sodium chromate
- Refractory: melting point 2190°C