Definition

A type of chemical compound that is derived from chromic acid, often used in various industrial processes.

Example

The factory uses chromate in the production of pigments and coatings.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of chromate?

Yeah, I think it's some kind of chemical compound, right?

Exactly! It’s a salt of chromic acid, used in various applications.

That's interesting! I wonder where it's commonly found.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chromate is formed from "chroma" (from Greek "chroma", meaning color) and "-ate" (a suffix used in chemistry to denote a salt or ester of an acid). The word "chromate" refers to a chemical compound containing chromium and is often associated with color due to the presence of chromium in various oxidation states.

Memory Tip

Think of 'color' ('chroma') when you hear 'chromate', as it relates to compounds that often have vibrant colors due to chromium.

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