(a)[1]
Construct the equation for the reaction.
(b)[1]
Explain why this reaction has both oxidation and reduction.
(c)[3]
What mass of molybdenum can be produced from 125 g of molybdenum(VI) oxide? $[A_r: \text{Mo}, 96]$
(d)[1]
Which metal is less reactive, aluminium or molybdenum? Explain your answer.
(e(i))[2]
Molybdenum has a melting point of $2623^\circ\text{C}$. Describe metallic bonding, using a labelled diagram to help.
(e(ii))[2]
Suggest why molybdenum has a much higher melting point than aluminium.