Molybdenite

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2019-11-08
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Molybdenite is a rare mineral composed of molybdenum and sulfur. It occurs in igneous and metamorphic rocks as gray hexagonal crystals and foliated masses with a metallic luster. Molybdenite is the most important ore of molybdenum and often contains minor amounts of rhenium which are often produced as a byproduct. Molybdenite has physical properties that often cause it to be confused with graphite. Both of these minerals are gray to silver in color, have a very low hardness, and occur in hexagonal crystals or foliated masses. Both minerals have a layered atomic structure with planes of extreme weakness. This gives them a slippery feel and makes them valuable as a solid lubricant. Molybdenite has a higher specific gravity than graphite (4.7 vs 2.23). Molybdenite usually has a slightly bluish-gray color and a slightly bluish-gray streak, while graphite's color and streak are gray to black. Molybdenite usually has a higher luster than graphite. https://www.mindat.org/min-2746.html