Uses of Strontium and Chromium

Strontium

Chromium

Add ⊕

Uses

Strontium metal is used to producing ferrite magnets as well as refining zinc.
By-product of nuclear reactors called Strontium-90 is a radioactive isotope; it is absorbed by tissues and destroys bone marrow and cancer growth.

Ammunition Industry, Chemical Industry

Alloys

Non Toxic

✔✘

0.03 Blood/mg dm-3

140.00 p.p.m.

It is used to harden the steel and produces a stainless steel and other various alloys.
It is also used to give proper finish to polished mirrors. Its chromium plates are used in bathroom fittings.

Automobile Industry, Chemical Industry

Alloys

Highly Toxic

✔✘

0.11 Blood/mg dm-3

0.33 p.p.m.