Atomic Number of Lithium (+ facts: Uses, Color and more...) 2022

Every atom has an atomic number, even Lithium. But what is an "Atomic Number"?

The atomic number of a chemical element is the number of protons found in the nucleus of the atom of that element.

Ok so I'll take you through some interesting facts and data about Lithium (That most people don't know).

Lithium Overview

Atomic Number

3

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Symbol

Li (Lithium)

Description

Soft silvery-white metal. Lightest of metals. Accounts for only 0.0007% of the earth's crust.

State at 20 °C

solid

Sources

Obtained by passing electric charge through melted lithium chloride and from the silicate mineral called spodumene [LiAl(Si2O6)].

Uses

Used in batteries. Also for certain kinds of glass and ceramics. Some is used in lubricants.

Discovery

Discovered By: Johann Arfwedson

Year: 1817

Location: Sweden

Name Origin

Greek: lithos (stone).

Atomic Mass

6,941

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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