Simplify the following text for a Grade 6 native English-speaking person.
Original: Chromium oxide can be converted into elemental chromium metal through a thermite-like reaction : unlike iron oxide thermites , chromium oxide thermites creates few or no sparks , smoke or sound , but glow brightly . Because of the very high melting point of chromium , chromium thermite casting is impractical .
Simplified: It is made from chromium ore and is part of the process for making chromium metal .