Molybdenum is a chemical element from the periodic table. It is a silvery-white, hard, transition metal that is found in many minerals. Molybdenum is used in the production of steel alloys and in the production of catalysts. It is also used in high-temperature alloys, and in the production of electrical contacts.
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| Atomic number | 42 |
| Group | VIB |
| Period | 5 |
| Mass | 95.96 |
| Latin name | Molybdenum |
| Electron configuration | [Kr]4d5 5s |
| Oxidation state | -4, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 |