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Since it is from the same root as the
Crocus flower, referring to the color, krō'kō-īt would be correct. But I'll admit to pronouncing it krŏk'ō-īt, since I associate in my head with "crocodile" (it's going to be difficult to break that habit).
• Astynaxtalk19:09, 5 December 2009 (UTC)reply
The article states that this is used for paint. Can someone verify that it is still being used for paint? For years, lead paint has been undesireable. —Preceding
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