The name is from the Ancient Greek Μόλυβδος molybdos, meaning lead, since its ores were confused with lead ores.
molybdenum
Molybdenum Oxide
Molybdenum belongs to Group 6 in the periodic table and is often referred to as one of the transition metals.
The correct name for MoBr5 is molybdenum pentabromide.
The compound name of MoI2 is molybdenum (II) iodide.
Molybdenum is in the Xanthine Oxidase family.
Molybdenum ethanoate. Mo^(+) [ CH3C(=O)-O^-]
The correct name for Mo2O5 is molybdenum(V) oxide. In this compound, molybdenum has an oxidation state of +5, which is indicated by the Roman numeral in the name. This oxide is typically used in various chemical applications, including as a catalyst and in the production of other molybdenum compounds.
The molybdenum chemical symbol is Mo.
The element molybdenum gets its name from the Greek word "molybdos," meaning lead or graphite. It was named as such because early chemists found it difficult to distinguish between graphite and molybdenum compounds due to their similar appearance.
The charge of the molybdenum ion is +2.
The world supply of molybdenum primarily comes from mining operations in countries such as China, United States, Chile, Peru, and Canada. Molybdenum is usually obtained as a byproduct of copper mining, with dedicated molybdenum mines also contributing to the global supply.