molybdate
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of molybdate
First recorded in 1785–95; molybd(ic) + -ate 2
Example Sentences
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There is likewise obtainable a copper molybdate, by adding neutral molybdate of soda in excess to sulphate of copper.
From Field's Chromatography or Treatise on Colours and Pigments as Used by Artists by Salter, Thomas
As long as the solution contains lead, the addition of the molybdate solution causes a precipitation of white lead molybdate.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" by Various
Add a few grams of ammonic nitrate and 10 c.c. of ammonium molybdate solution, heat nearly to boiling, and allow to settle; filter off, and wash the yellow precipitate.
From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius
The appearance of a yellow colour shows that all the lead has been precipitated and that the solution contains an excess of molybdate.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" by Various
Like the chrome molybdate it would be superfluous as a pigment.
From Field's Chromatography or Treatise on Colours and Pigments as Used by Artists by Salter, Thomas
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