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chrome yellow

(Elements & Compounds) any yellow pigment consisting of lead chromate mixed with lead sulphate

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chrome′ yel′low

any of several pigments composed chiefly of chromates of lead, barium, or zinc.

[1810–20]

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chrome yellow - any of several yellow pigments consisting of normal lead chromate and other lead compounds

pigment - dry coloring material (especially a powder to be mixed with a liquid to produce paint, etc.)

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giallo cromo

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