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Lithium: Element 3, atomic weight 6.939. The lightest alkali metal, used in special-purpose metal alloys and other industrial applications.

Lithium (Li): Atomic number: 3, Atomic mass: 6.941 g.mol -1, Electronegativity: 1.0, Density: 0.53 g.cm -3 at 20 °C, Melting point: 180.5 °C, Boiling point: 1342 °C, Vanderwaals radius: 0.145 nm, Ionic ra . . . View Full Definition

Lithium-Ion Battery (Li-Ion): Lighter weight battery than earlier types, having relatively longer cycle life and generally do not suffer from memory effect.

Salt: A basic taste characterized by solutions of chlorides, bromides, iodides, nitrates, and sulfates of potassium and lithium.

Nitrogen: Element number 7, a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that makes up about 80% of the earth's atmosphere.

Beta-Blocker: An agent that inhibits the action of beta-adrenergic receptors, which modulate cardiac functions, respiratory functions, and the dilation of blood vessels. Beta-blockers are of value in the . . . View Full Definition

Alkali Metal: The Group 1 elements, lithium (Li), sodium (Na), potassium (K), rubidium (Rb), cesium (Cs), and francium (Fr) react with cold water for form strongly alkaline hydroxide solutions, and are re . . . View Full Definition

Actinium (Ac): Atomic number: 89, Atomic mass: 227 g.mol -1, Electronegativity: 1.1, Density: 10.07 g.cm-3 at 20°C, Melting point: 1050 °C, Boiling point: 3250 °C, Vanderwaals radius: unknown, Ionic radius . . . View Full Definition

Memory Effect: The life of a battery may be gradually shortened if it is recharged before it is completely discharged. Memory effect most commonly occurs with Nickel Cadmium batteries are less of a problem . . . View Full Definition