Definition of Molybdenite

1. Noun. A mineral resembling graphite that is valued as the chief source of molybdenum and its compounds.

Terms within: Atomic Number 42, Mo, Molybdenum
Generic synonyms: Mineral

Definition of Molybdenite

1. n. A mineral occurring in soft, lead-gray, foliated masses or scales, resembling graphite; sulphide of molybdenum.

Definition of Molybdenite

1. Noun. (minerology) A mineral, molybdenum disulfide MoS2, that is the principal ore of molybdenum; it is structurally similar to graphite and has a similar look and feel. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Molybdenite

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Medical Definition of Molybdenite

1. A mineral occurring in soft, lead-gray, foliated masses or scales, resembling graphite; sulphide of molybdenum. Origin: Cf. F. Molybdenite. See Molybdena. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Molybdenite

moltenly
molteno implants
molter
molters
molting
molto
molts
molucca balm
moluranite
moly
molybdate
molybdates
molybdena
molybdenic
molybdeniferous
molybdenite (current term)
molybdenites
molybdenous
molybdenum
molybdenum-99
molybdenum-iron protein aldehyde oxidoreductase
molybdenum breakthrough
molybdenum cofactor
molybdenum disulfide
molybdenum disulphide
molybdenum steel
molybdenum target tube
molybdenums
molybdian
molybdic

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