14258-72-1

Basic information

• Product Name: LITHIUM-6
• Synonyms: LITHIUM-6;LITHIUM-6, CHUNKS, 95 ATOM % 6LI;lithium-6li;Lithium, isotope of mass 6;LithiuM-6Li chunks, 95 atoM % 6Li;Lithium 6, 6Li, plasma standard solution, 6Li 100μg/mL
• CAS NO: 14258-72-1
• Molecular Formula: Li
• Molecular Weight: 6.94
• EINECS: 231-102-5
• Product Categories: I-LMetal and Ceramic Science;Alphabetical Listings;Lithium;Metals;Stable Isotopes
• Mol File: 14258-72-1.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: °Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: °C
• Appearance: /chunks
• Density: g/cm³
• CAS DataBase Reference: LITHIUM-6(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: LITHIUM-6(14258-72-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: LITHIUM-6(14258-72-1)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: F,C
• Statements: 11-14/15-34
• Safety Statements: 16-26-27-36/37/39-45
• RIDADR: UN 1415 4.3/PG 1
• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 14258-72-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

LITHIUM-6, also known as Lithium-6Li, is an isolated and enriched isotope of lithium that plays a significant role in various applications, particularly in the field of nuclear energy. It is a crucial element in isotope separation studies and can be separated on a large scale using the amalgam method. LITHIUM-6 is characterized by its ability to be incorporated as a blanket material in deuterium-tritium fusion power reactors, making it an essential component in the development of advanced energy sources.

Uses

Used in Nuclear Energy Industry:
LITHIUM-6 is used as a blanket material for deuterium-tritium fusion power reactors. Its incorporation in these reactors is crucial for the efficient generation of fusion energy, which is considered a promising alternative to conventional energy sources due to its potential for producing clean, sustainable, and abundant power.
Used in Isotope Separation Studies:
LITHIUM-6 is used as a subject of study in isotope separation research. The ability to separate this isotope on a large scale using the amalgam method contributes to the understanding of isotope behavior and the development of advanced separation techniques, which can be applied to other isotopes and elements as well.

InChI:InChI=1/Li/i1-1

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