Molybdenum-96 is a stable isotope of the element molybdenum, which has the atomic number 42. It is one of the naturally occurring isotopes of molybdenum, making up about 14.8% of all molybdenum found in nature. Molybdenum-96 has a mass number of 96 and is used in various industrial applications, including the production of alloys and as a catalyst in chemical reactions. In addition to its industrial uses, molybdenum-96 plays a role in scientific research, particularly in the field of nuclear physics. Its properties are studied to understand the behavior of isotopes and their interactions. Molybdenum-96 is also relevant in the context of nuclear medicine, where isotopes are used for diagnostic imaging and treatment.