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    Mo

    Molybdenum

    Transition Metal

    Atomic Number: 42 • Atomic Mass: 95.9500 u • Period: 5 • Group: 6

    Electron Configuration: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d¹⁰ 4p⁶ 5s¹ 4d⁵
    Phase: Solid
    Electronegativity: 2.16
    Niobium (Nb)Technetium (Tc)
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    Overview

    Molybdenum is the chemical element with the symbol Mo and atomic number 42. It belongs to the Transition Metal group and is located in period 5 of the periodic table. It exists as a solid under standard conditions.

    Basic Information

    • Symbol:Mo
    • Atomic Number:42
    • Atomic Mass:95.9500 u
    • Group:6
    • Period:5
    • Category:Transition Metal
    • Phase at STP:Solid
    • Electronegativity:2.16 (Pauling scale)

    Key Facts

    Fun Fact #1

    Essential trace element for plants and animals

    Fun Fact #2

    Name derives from Greek 'molybdos' meaning lead

    Common Uses

    • High-strength steel alloys
    • Electronics
    • Catalysts