LITHIUM (LI)

By: Ramzi HazimGrade 8 Science Ms. Momberg

What Is Lithium? Lithium is a soft, silver-white metal. It belongs to the alkali metal group of the

chemical elements. Lithium is the softest metal and the least

dense solid. Lithium is highly reactive and flammable. Lithium is also used in batteries.

History Lithium was discovered as an element in

1817. Lithium was first used for the treatment

of Mania, in 1817. Lithium Carbonate was created as a pill

to prevent depression. Lithium was also used for treatment on

bipolar disorder.

Where to Find it on the Periodic Table?

You will find it on the periodic table below Helium (H), above Sodium (Na), and to the left of Beryllium (Be).

Characteristics