Lithium

Lithium

Facts~*Discovered by Johan August Afwerdson in 1817*Only alkali metal that reacts with nitrogen*Isn't found as a metal in nature, but found in hot springs

Uses~Helps batteries produce electricity~Cures mental illness efficiently

Characteristic PropertiesDensity => 0.535 g/cm3Melting Pt. => 180.54 degrees celsiusBoiling Pt. => 1347 degress celsius

Physical Properties Of Lithium-Silvery Color (Pearly, Vitreous)-Soft Metal At Room Temp.-Rough & Spiky-Can be easily cut with a knife

Atomic Number~3Symbol~Li

Family NameAlkali Metals

State Of Matter-SOLID!!