Determination of small amounts of molybdenum in tungsten and molybdenum ores

F. S. Grimaldi; R. C. Wells

doi:10.1021/i560117a005

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Determination of small amounts of molybdenum in tungsten and molybdenum ores

F. S. Grimaldi·R. C. Wells

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A rapid method has been developed for the determination of small amounts of molybdenum in tungsten and molybdenum ores. After removing iron and other major constituents the molybdenum thiocyanate color is developed in water-acetone solutions, using ammonium citrate to eliminate the interference of tungsten. Comparison is made by titrating a blank with a standard molybdenum solution. Aliquots are adjusted to deal with amounts of molybdenum ranging from 0.01 to 1.30 mg.

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F. S. Grimaldi, R. C. Wells. 2002-05-01. Determination of small amounts of molybdenum in tungsten and molybdenum ores. https://doi.org/10.1021/i560117a005

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