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chromatic
chromatic aberration
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chromium
chro·mi·um [ krṓmee əm ]


noun 
Definition:
 
hard metallic element: a hard bluish white metallic element. Source: chromite. Use: alloys and electroplating to increase hardness and corrosion resistance.
Symbol  Cr
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