Reagents Derived from the Metals Lithium through Uranium, plus Electrons and Photons

4 Reagents Derived from the Metals Lithium through Uranium, plus Electrons and Photons 

Reduction. Charging one kind of lithium-ion batteries intercalates the lithium (reversed during discharge) in graphite  

Other reactions. Aqueous [PtCy does not precipitate Li from dilute solution (distinction from K Rb and Cs ). 

Sodium deeomposes water violently, even at room temperature, releasing H2, whieh frequently ignites  

The monoxide, white, is very hygroscopie, forming NaOH, which is also quite hygroscopic. 

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