For Chromium we have terms and definitions in 7 topics. The topics are Environment, Enzymatic Therapy, Import Cars, Knife, Metal, Nutrition and Supplements.

Chromium (Environment)

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Chromium (Enzymatic Therapy)

A trace mineral which acts cooperatively with other substances that control metabolism; a component of the glucose tolerance factor and activator of certain enzymes.

Chromium (Import Cars)

1. A basic element, Cr. 2. A metal used in alloys to provide a durable and hard surface. 3. An alloy used to plate metal to provide a shining surface.

Chromium (Knife)

Element that is required in making stainless steel corrosion resistant.

Chromium (Metal)

Chemical symbol Cr. Element No. 24 of the periodic system; atomic weight 52.01. It is of bright silvery color, relatively hard. It is strongly resistant to atmospheric and other oxidation. It is of great value in the manufacture of Stainless Steel as an iron-base alloy. Chromium plating has also become a large outlet for the metal. Its principal functions as an alloy in steel making; (1) increases resistance to corrosion and oxidation (2) increases harden-ability (3) adds some strength at high temperatures (4) resists abrasion and wear (with high carbon).

Chromium (Nutrition)

A trace mineral needed to help you use glucose in your cells.

Chromium (Supplements)

A mineral important in the metabolism of sugars and insulin production. Recent studies have shown that this mineral taken in 200 mcg (.2mg) daily will greatly increase lean body mass while decreasing fat.

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