Lithium (Li) Properties and Facts

Element 3 - Alkali Metal

What are the basic properties of Lithium?

Lithium (symbol: Li) is a alkali metal with atomic number 3. Its atomic mass is 6.94 u, and it belongs to period 2 and group 1.

What is the electron configuration of Lithium?

The electron configuration is: 1s² 2s¹

What are the physical properties of Lithium?

Melting point: 453.65 K
Boiling point: 1560.0 K
Density: 0.534 g/cm³

What are the known isotopes of Lithium?

  • Li-6: 7.59% abundance
  • Li-7: 92.41% abundance

What is the biological role and occurrence of Lithium?

Biological role: No known essential biological role
Natural occurrence: Found in minerals such as spodumene and lepidolite

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