Atomic Number of Molybdenum (+ facts: Uses, Color and more...) 2022

Every atom has an atomic number, even Molybdenum. But what is an "Atomic Number"?

The atomic number of a chemical element is the number of protons found in the nucleus of the atom of that element.

Ok so I'll take you through some interesting facts and data about Molybdenum (That most people don't know).

Molybdenum Overview

Atomic Number

42

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Atomic Symbol

Mo (Molybdenum)

Description

Hard, silvery-white metal.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Sources

Found in the minerals molybdenite (MoS2) and wulfenite (MoO4Pb).

Uses

Its alloys are used in aircraft, missiles, and protective coatings in boiler plate.

Discovery

Discovered By: Carl Wilhelm Scheele

Year: 1778

Location: Sweden

Name Origin

Hard, silvery-white metal.

Atomic Mass

95,94

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Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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