Chromized

/ˈkroʊmaɪzd/ adjective

Definition

Having been coated, treated, or impregnated with chromium or chromium compounds through a chromizing process.

Etymology

Past participle of 'chromize'; describes objects that have undergone chromium treatment.

Kelly Says

Chromized steel parts in engines handle extreme temperatures because the chromium layer chemically bonds to the steel, creating a transformation that's more than just surface-level.

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