metallochrome

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What does metallochrome mean?

A colouring produced by the deposition of some metallic compound; specifically, the prismatic tints produced by depositing a film of peroxide of lead on polished steel by electricity.

Where does metallochrome come from?

From metallo- + -chrome. See metallochromy.

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