Chromium Oxide (IMAGE)

Arizona State University

Chromium Oxide

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Chromium oxide clusters, composed of chromium and oxygen atoms, are prized for their unique electrical properties, which allow their conductance to be fine-tuned. The addition of oxygen atoms to chromium clusters increases their metallic properties.

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Scott Sayres

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