NOUN | substance | atomic number 42, molybdenum, Mo | a polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties |
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Meaning | A polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties; used to strengthen and harden steel. | |
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Synonyms | molybdenum, Mo | |
Broader | metallic element, metal | Any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc. |
Substance of | molybdenite | A mineral resembling graphite that is valued as the chief source of molybdenum and its compounds |
Spanish | molibdeno, número atómico 42 | |
Catalan | molibdè, molibdèn, Mo, número atòmic 42 |
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