Lithium is an alkali metal from the periodic table. It is a soft, silver-white, highly reactive metal and is the lightest of all metals. Lithium is used in many industrial applications, including lubricants, ceramics, and batteries. It is also used to create a variety of alloys.
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| Atomic number | 3 |
| Group | IA |
| Period | 2 |
| Mass | 6.941 |
| Latin name | Lithium |
| Electron configuration | 1s2 2s |
| Oxidation state | 0, 1 |