chromic

[kroh-mik]

adjective

of or containing chromium in the trivalent state, as chromic hydroxide, Cr(OH)3.

of or derived from chromic acid.

Origin of chromic

First recorded in 1790–1800; chrom(ium) + -ic

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Examples from the Web for chromic

Historical Examples of chromic

Only the manganous and the chromic salts, however, are of importance.
An Elementary Study of Chemistry
William McPherson
A saturated solution of chromic acid is also used for the same purposes.
Practical Taxidermy
Montagu Browne
Its depth has been increased by the action of the chromic acid.
The Works of Francis Maitland Balfour, Volume IV (of 4)
Francis Maitland Balfour
Analysis of samples showed an average of 34% of chromic oxide.
The History of Cuba, vol. 5
Willis Fletcher Johnson
Like all electrolytes its presence decreases the adsorption of chromic acid.
Animal Proteins
Hugh Garner Bennett

British Dictionary definitions for chromic

chromic

adjective

of or containing chromium in the trivalent state

of or derived from chromic acid

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