Molybdenum

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 * Atomic Number:** 42


 * Protons:** 42


 * Electrons:** 42


 * Neutrons:** 54


 * Average Atomic Mass:** 95.94


 * Isotopes:** Mo-94, Mo-95, Mo-96, Mo-97, Mo-98, Mo-100


 * Discovery:** Carl Scheele discovered Molybdenum in Sweden in 1781
 * Name:** it was thought that it contained lead, hence the name Molybdenum, from the Greek word "molybdos" or "lead"


 * Uses:** aircraft and missile parts, nuclear energy applications. At higher temperatures, it is used to strengthen steel.


 * Interesting Facts**: Molybdenum is the old word for the the element Lead.


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