Linus Pauling Institute: Micronutrient Information Center: Molybdenum
Molybdenum is an essential trace element for virtually all life forms. It functions as a
cofactor for a number of
enzymes that
catalyze important chemical transformations in the global carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur cycles
(1). Thus, molybdenum-dependent enzymes are not only required for human health, but also for the health of our ecosystem.