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LITHIUM

Lithium is part of the alkali metal 3


Li
group and can be found in the
the first column of the periodic table,
second period right below hydrogen MelOlmez
Phase at Room Temperature: Solid
Density: 0.534 grams per cm cubed Company 6.941
Melting Point: 180.54°C, 356.97°F
Boiling Point: 1342°C, 2448°F
Name: Lithium
Lithium is a soft, silvery- Symbol: Li
white, metal that heads Number: 3
group 1, the alkali metals Mass number: 6.941
group, of the periodic table
of the elements.
Lithium was discovered by Usage of Lithium 7 Interesting facts
Johann August Arfvedson in The most important use of lithium is in about Lithium!
1817 rechargeable batteries for mobile
phones, laptops, digital cameras and Lithium is the lightest metal
Lithium was discovered from a electric vehicles. Lithium burns with a bright red colour.
Lithium is also used in some non-
mineral, while other common rechargeable batteries for things like
Lithium is added to fireworks to make
alkali metals were discovered heart pacemakers, toys and clocks. red sparks.
Lithium metal is made into alloys with Lithium carbonate is used in small
from plant material. This is
aluminium and magnesium, improving doses to treat manic depression and
thought to explain the origin of their strength and making them lighter. bipolar disorders.
the element’s name; from Aluminium-lithium alloys are used in
Lithium is not found in its elemental
aircraft, bicycle frames and high-speed
‘lithos’ (Greek for ‘stone’). trains.
form. Lithium is produced by the
Lithium oxide is used in special glasses electrolysis of ores containing lithium.
and glass ceramics. The largest deposits of lithium-
Lithium chloride is one of the most containing ore are found in Chile.
hygroscopic materials known and is
Lithium is used extensively in
used in air conditioning and industrial
drying systems (as is lithium bromide).
rechargeable batteries.
Lithium stearate is used as an all- Lithium fires are difficult to put out.
purpose and high-temperature You can't use water as water will react
lubricant. with the lithium and could make the
Lithium carbonate is used in drugs to
fire worse. A powder fire extinguisher
treat manic depression, although its
is needed.
Johann August Arfvedson action on the brain is still not fully
understood.
Lithium hydride is used as a means of
storing hydrogen for use as a fuel.

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