also: モリプデン
noun
molybdenum (Mo)
Chemical element with atomic number 42. Used in alloys and as a catalyst.
from German Molybdän
モリブデンは鋼の強度を高めるために添加される。
Molybdenum is added to steel to increase its strength.
Standard katakana spelling for the chemical element molybdenum.
Irregular kana variant; not standard.
Borrowed from German 'Molybdän'.