Chromeplating

/ˈkroʊm.pleɪ.tɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The industrial process of coating metal objects with a thin layer of chromium using electrical current to create a shiny, durable, corrosion-resistant finish.

Etymology

From 'chromeplate' plus gerund suffix '-ing', describing the ongoing process or technique of applying chromium coatings electrochemically.

Kelly Says

Chromeplating is a brilliant example of applied chemistry that most people see every day but never think about—the process involves dissolving chromium compounds in acid, then using electricity to move chromium atoms onto the object's surface, building up a perfect metallic coating.

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