Definition

A chemical compound that contains a specific ion made of chromium and oxygen, typically appearing in orange or red color.

Example

The laboratory used dichromate to test for the presence of certain substances.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a dichromate solution before?

Yeah, I remember it having a really bright orange color.

Right? It's fascinating how it changes in different reactions.

Totally! Chemistry can be so colorful sometimes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dichromate is formed from "di-" (meaning two) and "chromate" (from Greek "chroma", meaning color, and the suffix "-ate" indicating a salt or ester of an acid). The term refers to a compound containing two chromium atoms, which is often associated with a distinct color.

Memory Tip

Think of 'di-' meaning two, and 'chroma' relating to color — this helps you remember that dichromate involves two chromium atoms, often giving a vibrant color.

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