Applications
Sodium Molybdate, Dihydrate is used in the manufacturing of inorganic and organic pigments, as a corrosion inhibitor, as a bath additive for finishing metals finishing, as a reagent for alkaloids, and as an essential micronutrient for plants and animals.
 
Description
Sodium molybdate, Na2MoO4, is useful as a source of molybdenum. This white, crystalline salt is often found as the dihydrate, Na2MoO. 2H2O. Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
 
Preparation
Sodium molybdate is prepared by reacting molybdenum trioxide with sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate, followed by purification and drying.
 
Chemical Properties
Sodium molybdate is a white, crystalline compound with high solubility in water, often used as a corrosion inhibitor and a source of molybdenum in various industrial applications.
 
Definition
Sodium molybdate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Na₂MoO₄, commonly used as a corrosion inhibitor and a molybdenum source in industries.