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molybdenum

DEFINITIONS OF: molybdenum

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n a polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties; used to strengthen and harden steel

Synonyms:
Mo, atomic number 42
Type of:
metal, metallic element
any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc.
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