Facts about the
Definition of the Element Molybdenum
The Element Molybdenum is defined as...
A hard, silvery-white metallic element used to toughen alloy
steels and soften tungsten alloy. An essential trace element in
plant nutrition, it is used in fertilizers, dyes, enamels, and
reagents.
Interesting Facts
about the Origin and Meaning of the element name Molybdenum
What are the origins of the word Molybdenum ?
The name Molybdenum originates from the Greek word molubdos
meaning "lead-like".
Facts about the
Classification of the Element Molybdenum
Molybdenum is classified as a "Transition Metal" which are located
in Groups 3 - 12 of the Periodic Table. An Element classified as a
Transition Metals is ductile, malleable, and able to conduct
electricity and heat.
Brief Facts about the
Discovery and History of the Element Molybdenum
Molybdenum was discovered by Carl Wilhelm Scheele in 1778.
Occurrence of the
element Molybdenum in
the Atmosphere
The Russian Luna 24 mission discovered a single grain of pure
Molybdenum in a pyroxene fragment taken from Mare Crisium on the
Moon.
Common Uses of
Molybdenum High strength alloys
High temperature steels
Aircraft parts
Missile parts
The Properties of the Element Molybdenum
Name of Element : Molybdenum
Symbol of Element : Mo
Atomic Number of Molybdenum : 42
Atomic Mass: 95.94 amu
Melting Point: 2617.0 °C - 2890.15 °K
Boiling Point: 4612.0 °C - 4885.15 °K
Number of Protons/Electrons in Molybdenum : 42
Number of Neutrons in Molybdenum : 54
Crystal Structure: Cubic
Density @ 293 K: 10.22 g/cm3
Color of Molybdenum : silvery-white
The element Molybdenum and the Periodic Table
Find out more facts about Molybdenum on the Periodic Table which
arranges every chemical element according to its atomic number, as
based on the periodic law, so that chemical elements with similar
properties are in the same column. Our Periodic Table is simple to
use - just click on the symbol for Molybdenum for additional facts and
info and for an instant comparison of the Atomic Weight, Melting
Point, Boiling Point and Mass - G/cc of Molybdenum with any other
element. An invaluable source for more interesting facts and
information about the Molybdenum element and as a Chemistry reference
guide.
Facts and Info about
the element Argon - IUPAC and the Modern Standardised Periodic Table
The Standardised Periodic Table in use today was agreed by the
International Union of Pure Applied Chemistry, IUPAC, in 1985
which includes the Molybdenum element. The famous Russian Scientist,
Dimitri Mendeleev, perceived the correct classification method of
"the periodic table" for the 65 elements which were known in his
time. Molybdenum was discovered by Carl Wilhelm Scheele in 1778. The Standardised Periodic Table now recognises more periods
and elements than Dimitri Mendeleev knew in his day but still all
fitting into his concept of the "Periodic Table" in which
Molybdenum is
just one element that can be found.
