Molybdenum Trioxide
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IUPAC: Molybdenum(VI) oxide
CAS: 1313-27-5
Overview
Molybdenum trioxide is the primary industrial source of molybdenum. It is used as a catalyst, pigment, and precursor for molybdenum metal and alloys.
Composition
| Element | Symbol | Atoms | Atomic Mass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxygen | O | 3 | 15.9990 |
| Molybdenum | Mo | 1 | 95.9500 |
Elemental Composition
Mo
Molybdenum
×1
66.7%
Uses
- • Catalyst
- • Steel alloy production
- • Pigment
- • Corrosion inhibitor
Fun Facts
- ✦ Molybdenum is essential for nitrogen fixation in plants through nitrogenase enzyme
Safety
- ⚠ Irritant
Structure
SMILES
O=[Mo](=O)=O
Properties
- Type
- oxide
- State
- solid
- Molar Mass
- 143.94 g/mol
- Density
- 4.6920 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 795.0 °C
- Boiling Point
- 1155.0 °C
- Solubility
- 1.5 g/L at 25°C
Molecular Descriptors
- Exact Mass
- 145.8901
- TPSA
- 51.2 Ų
- H-Bond Donors
- 0
- H-Bond Acceptors
- 3
- Rotatable Bonds
- 0
- Heavy Atoms
- 4
- Complexity
- 61.0
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Molybdenum Trioxide?
Molybdenum Trioxide (MoO₃) is a oxide compound with the IUPAC name Molybdenum(VI) oxide.
What is the molecular weight of Molybdenum Trioxide?
Molybdenum Trioxide has a molar mass of 143.94 g/mol.
What state is Molybdenum Trioxide at room temperature?
Molybdenum Trioxide is a solid at room temperature.
Is Molybdenum Trioxide organic or inorganic?
Molybdenum Trioxide is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Molybdenum Trioxide?
Molybdenum Trioxide (MoO₃) is composed of Oxygen (O), Molybdenum (Mo).