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Alloys : Chrome Alloy

Alloys are composite materials comprised of multiple compatible metals to form a new material, the alloy. Chrome alloys are ones in which chromium is the primary metal, giving the alloy superior hardness, corrosion resistance, and high polish capability. As a result, chrome alloys are very popular with automobile components such as wheels where the style and appearance is sometimes as important as the functional strength.