Lithium
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| Lithium | |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Li |
| Atomic number | 3 |
| Classification | Alkali metal |
| Atomic mass | 6.9 amu |
| Other Information | |
| Date of discovery | 1817 |
| Name of discoverer | Johann Arfvedson |
| Name origin | From the Greek word lithos (stone) |
| Uses | Batteries, ceramics, lubricants |
| Obtained from | Passing electric charge through melted lithium chloride, spodumene |