Chromium dioxide
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Description
A black powder. Chromium dioxide is a semiconductor and has strong magnetic properties. It is used as the active material in recording tapes and magnetic strips on credit cards.
Risks
Can decompose in air to form chromic oxide (Cr2O3)
Physical and Chemical Properties
Composition | CrO2 |
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Density | 4.9 g/ml |
Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 83.99 |