Question

Why the objects which have chromium plating are not made of chromium itself?

Answer 1

The object which has chromium plating are as follow :

1) utensils.

2)automobiles exhaust.

3)many electroplated wires.. etc

hope it clarifies ur doubt dear friend...

Answer 2

Chromium has a shiny appearance, does not corrode and resists scratches. However chromium is expensive and it may not be to make the whole object out of chromium. So the object is made from a cheaper metal and only a coating of chromium over it is done.