What Is Lithium?

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Lithium is an element with the atomic number 3 on the periodic table. Its atomic symbol is Li. Lithium belongs in the most reactive group on the periodic table which is called alkali metal. Lithium under standard conditions is the lightest metal it is also one of the least dense solids. Lithium has an atomic mass of 6.94 and density of 0.534. Lithium is a soft silver white looking metal. Lithium melts at 357 degrees and boils at a temper of 2426 degrees.
Thanks to lithium's ability to reach incredibly high temperatures as heat transfer to other objects and can also make special glass because of its raging temperatures. Lithium Is also used to make lightweight metals for aircraft, by being alloyed with aluminium, copper, manganese and cadmium.

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