Name:  Lithium

Atomic Symbol and Mass Number: Li [3]

Electron Configuration of the Element: [He] 2s

Atomic Radii: 152 pm

Electron Affinity: 59.6 kJ mol-1

Oxidation states: +1

Electronegativity value: 0.98

Elemental Group: Alkali Metal

Uses and properties:

• Corrosive and highly reactive

• Soft, silvery white element

• Least dense metal

• Exhibits high specific heat capacity

• Pure lithium metal in rechargeable lithium ion batteries

• Alloy for aircraft parts together with aluminum, copper, manganese, and cadmium

• Coolant in nuclear breeder reactors

• Tritium source

• Mood-stabilizing drug (Lithium carbonate)

• Desiccant (Lithium chloride with bromide)

• All-purpose, high temperature lubricant (Lithium stearate)

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Lewis diagram: