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molybdenum
1. A polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties; used to strengthen and harden steel.
2. A heavy metallic element having the symbol Mo, the atomic number 42, an atomic weight of 95.94, a melting point of 2617 degrees Celsius, and a boiling point of 5560 degrees Celsius; highly conductive and resistant to heat; used in high-temperature alloys, resistors, and audio magnets.

From an earlier word for lead; because of its resemblance to lead.

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(Modern Latin: chemical element; from Greek, molybdos, "lead"; metal)
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molybdate orange, molybdate chrome orange, molybdenum orange
A fine orange powder that is a solid solution of lead molybdate, lead chromate, and lead sulfate; used as a pigment in paints, inks, and plastics.
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molybdenum cast iron
Cast iron to which small amounts of a molybdenum compound have been added to increase tensile strength and durability.
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molybdenum chemical element
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molybdenum dioxide
A toxic, lead-gray powder; insoluble in water and most solvents; used to make pigments.
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molybdenum disilicide
A toxic, dark gray, crystalline powder having properties of both ceramics and metals; resistant to corrosion and stress; used in electrical resistors and protective coating.
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molybdenum disulfide, molybdenum sulfide, molybdic sulfide
A toxic black crystalline powder, insoluble in water; melts at 1185 degrees Celsius; used as a lubricant and catalyst.
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molybdenum pentachloride
A green-black solid that absorbs water from the air and reacts with both water and air; used in chlorination, as a fire retardant, and for various other purposes.
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molybdenum steel
Any of several steels to which a molybdenum compound has been added to increase tensile strength and durability.
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