Zustand: near fine. Extraction of molybdenum from molybdenite ore by an electrolytic oxidation procedure was investigate by the Bueau of Mines. Various parameters affecting molybdenum extraction, such as salt concentration, temperature, treatment, rate, current density, and particle size, were studied. DB2. stapled binding, yellow cover, black lettering, 9 pages Technical Progress Report - 47 January 1972.