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Molybdenum Properties
Molybdenum is a transition metal. Pure molybdenum is silvery white, very hard, but is softer and more ductile than tungsten. It has a high elastic modulus, and has one of the highest melting points of all pure elements. Only tungsten and tantalum, of the more readily available metals, have higher melting points. It is a valuable alloying agent, as it contributes to the hardenability and toughness of quenched and tempered steels. It also improves the strength of steel at high temperatures. Molybdenum is important in plant nutrition, and is found in certain enzymes
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