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Atomic Profile
Lithium (Li)
Discover properties, shell configurations, industrial applications, compounds, and historical occurrences of the Lithium element.
3Li6.94
Physical Properties
Melting Point180.54 °C
Boiling Point1342 °C
Density0.534 g/cm³
Electronegativity0.98
Group / PeriodGroup 1, Period 2
Electronic Config[He] 2s¹
Bohr Shells2, 1
Bohr Electron Model
Visualizing the concentric Bohr orbits and energy level shells for Lithium.
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Shell 1: 2e⁻ | Shell 2: 1e⁻
Origin & Abundance
Discovery Details
Discovered by Johan August Arfwedson in the year 1817.
Natural Occurrence
Extracted from pegmatite minerals and underground brine reservoirs (primarily in the Lithium Triangle of South America).
Common Uses & Applications
- Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries
- Mood-stabilizing psychiatric medication
- Heat-resistant ceramics and glass
- Lubricating greases
Common Chemical Compounds
Below are typical molecular compounds formed by Lithium interacting with other elements:
LiCl (Lithium Chloride)Li₂CO₃ (Lithium Carbonate)LiOH (Lithium Hydroxide)
Element Concept Check
How many valence electrons does Lithium have?
Video Lectures & Fact Files
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