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What are chromic anhydride and chromic acid?

Chromic acid (CrO₈), also known as chromium trioxide or chromic anhydride, is a red-brown, plate-like crystal with a melting point of 197°C. It is highly deliquescent and possesses strong oxidizing properties, resulting in high corrosiveness and being highly toxic. It can corrode skin. When chromic anhydride is dissolved in water, it can form chromic acid (H₂CrO₄) or dichromic acid (H₂Cr₂O₇).