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Linear Formula:
Li
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
6.94
NACRES:
NA.23
PubChem Substance ID:
UNSPSC Code:
12141803
EC Number:
231-102-5
MDL number:
assay
99.9%
form
foil
manufacturer/tradename
Goodfellow 471-598-26
resistivity
9.446 μΩ-cm, 20°C
size × thickness
25 x 100 mm × 0.6 mm
bp
1342 °C (lit.)
mp
180 °C (lit.)
density
0.534 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
SMILES string
[Li]
InChI
1S/Li
InChI key
WHXSMMKQMYFTQS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
General description
Lithium (Li) is a highly reactive alkali metal known for its lightweight and electrochemical properties. This product is available in foil form and has a resistivity of 9.446 μΩ-cm at 20°C. With an assay of 99.9%, lithium is characterized by its low melting point of 180 °C and a density of 0.534 g/mL at 25 °C. Lithium is extensively utilized in the production of rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which power a wide range of electronic devices, including smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles. Its lightweight nature and high energy density make it an ideal choice for energy storage applications. Additionally, lithium compounds are used in the manufacturing of ceramics, glass, and lubricating greases, enhancing their thermal and mechanical properties.
Application
- A retrospective on lithium-ion batteries: This article reviews the contributions in the development of lithium-ion batteries, discussing inspirational insights to guide future breakthroughs in battery technology (J Xie, YC Lu, 2020).
- Guidelines and trends for next-generation rechargeable lithium and lithium-ion batteries: This review discusses the limitations of commercial lithium-ion batteries and explores the directions for next-generation batteries (F Wu, J Maier, Y Yu, 2020).
- Prospects for lithium-ion batteries and beyond—a 2030 vision: This article explores the future of lithium-ion batteries and discusses current strategies to improve these and next-generation battery technologies (CP Grey, DS Hall, 2020).
- Lithium brines: A global perspective: This study offers a global perspective on lithium brines, discussing the critical and technologically important roles of lithium, which is in increasing demand (LA Munk, SA Hynek, DC Bradley, D Boutt, K Labay, 2016).
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Danger
hcodes
supp_hazards
Storage Class
4.3 - Hazardous materials which set free flammable gases upon contact with water
wgk
WGK 1
flash_point_f
Not applicable
flash_point_c
Not applicable
Hazard Classifications
Skin Corr. 1B - Water-react. 1
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Xianglong Li et al.
Nanoscale, 5(19), 8864-8873 (2013-08-15)
The implementation of silicon (Si) in practical lithium ion battery electrodes has been hindered due to its large volume change and consequent structural and interfacial instabilities. Coating nanostructured Si with a second phase (e.g., carbon (C)) represents a very promising
Rebecca F McKnight et al.
Lancet (London, England), 379(9817), 721-728 (2012-01-24)
Lithium is a widely used and effective treatment for mood disorders. There has been concern about its safety but no adequate synthesis of the evidence for adverse effects. We aimed to undertake a clinically informative, systematic toxicity profile of lithium.
Susan W Lehmann et al.
Journal of affective disorders, 146(2), 151-157 (2012-09-19)
Lithium has been reported to induce hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism, yet few studies have examined the impact on older patients. We therefore undertook this review and report our findings. We undertook a systematic review of articles on lithium-associated hypercalcemia and/or hyperparathyroidism
Global Trade Item Number
| SKU | GTIN |
|---|---|
| GF47159826-1EA | 04061833652718 |
| GF47159826-2EA | 04061829519025 |
| GF47159826-3EA | 04061829592318 |
| GF47159826-4EA | 04061829592325 |
| GF47159826-5EA | 04061829569129 |