V2O3, or vanadium(III) oxide, is a chemical compound composed of vanadium and oxygen. It appears as a dark blue or black solid and is known for its interesting electrical and magnetic properties. V2O3 is often studied in materials science and solid-state physics due to its potential applications in electronics and catalysis. This compound can be produced through various methods, including the oxidation of vanadium metal or the thermal decomposition of vanadium salts. V2O3 is also a precursor for other vanadium compounds, such as V2O5, which is used in the production of vanadium alloys and as a catalyst in chemical reactions.