Density
0.512 g/cm³ (liquid at melting point)
Discovery
Discovered by Johan August Arfwedson in 1817.
Common Uses
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Used in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries
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Essential component in ceramics and glass production
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Utilized in mood-stabilizing medications
Interesting Facts
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Lithium is the lightest metal and has the lowest density among metals.
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It reacts vigorously with water.
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Its high electrochemical potential makes it ideal for battery applications.
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