Iron(II) chromite is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula FeCr2O4.

Preparation

It is created by the sintering of chromium(III) oxide and iron(II) oxide at 1600 °C. It also occurs in nature as the mineral chromite, though with many impurities.

Uses

Chromite, a FeCr2O4 containing mineral

It is used as a commercial source of chromium and its compounds.[1] It is also used as a catalyst in the synthesis of hydrogen (H2) from the reaction between carbon monoxide and water vapor.

Safety

Its dust particles may cause irritation; inhalation and ingestion of its dust should be avoided. Swallowing larger amounts may cause injury.

References

  1. ^ University of Akron Chemical Database Archived 2012-12-15 at archive.today
Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron(II)_chromite
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