Identity
- Name: Molybdenum
- Symbol: Mo
- Atomic number: 42
- Atomic mass: 95.95 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 6
- Period: 5
- Category: Transition metal (refractory metal)
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: 2623°C
- Boiling point: 4639°C
- Density: 10.28 g/cm³
- Electron configuration: [Kr] 4d⁵ 5s¹
Scientific description
Molybdenum is a metallic element essential for high-strength alloys, catalysts and biological enzymes involving the molybdenum cofactor. Its extremely high melting point and chemical stability make it a key component in aerospace, energy and industrial metallurgy.