Molybdenum is a silvery-white metal that is ductile and highly resistant to corrosion. It has one of the highest melting points of all pure elements. It has influenced the evolution of plants and animals and is an essential nutrient for life. This Element of Surprise segment features the following experts: Peter G. Gordon, administrator at the Facility for Nanoscience, Surfaces and Sensor Interfaces (FANSSI), Carleton University, and Darrin Richeson, chemistry professor, University of Ottawa.

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