Molybdenite - Morocco - Crystal Minerals 7.5 cm / 263g / BH876

MOLYBDENITE belongs to the sulfide group. It contains molybdenum and sulfur. Its chemical formula is MoS2.

It generally occurs in the form of scaly masses but also develops imperfect hexagonal crystals in layers.

MOLYBDENITE is reminiscent of lead and, like it, has gray metallic reflections. It feels greasy to the touch.

MOLYBDENITE is a primary ore of molybdenum used in industry. The name molybdenite comes from the Greek word molubdos, which means lead by analogy of appearance.