The difference between Metalliferous and Molybdeniferous

When used as adjectives, metalliferous means containing a metallic element. often used to describe ores that are mined commercially, whereas molybdeniferous means containing or producing molybdenum.

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  1. Metalliferous as an adjective (metallurgy):

    Containing a metallic element. Often used to describe ores that are mined commercially.

    Examples:

    "Cassiterite is a metalliferous ore containing tin."

  1. Molybdeniferous as an adjective:

    Containing or producing molybdenum.

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