| Symbol: | Cr |
| Atomic Number: | 24 |
| Atomic Weight: | 51.996 |
| Density: | 7.15 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point: |
2180K
1907°C 3464°F |
| Boiling Point: |
2944K
2671°C 4840°F |
Chromium (Cr) is a chemical element with atomic number 24. Its most abundant stable isotope is 52Cr, with 24 protons and 28 neutrons.
The primary use case for chromium is in metal alloys, where most notably chromium is a major component of stainless steel. It is also used as a pigment.