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Turns brown when heated
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But reverts to its dark green color when cooled
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It is also hygroscopic
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Can be converted into elemental chromium metal through thermite-like reaction: unlike iron oxide/chromium oxide thermites creates few or no sparks, smoke or sound, but glow brightly
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because of very high melting point of chromium, chromium thermite casting is impractical
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