Lithium amide

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Lithium amide
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Systematic name Lithium amide
Other names Lithamide
Molecular formula LiNH2
Molar mass 22.96 g/mol
Density 1.178 g/cm3
Solubility (water) reacts
Melting point 380-400 °C
CAS number [7782-89-0]
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Lithium amide is an inorganic compound that is composed of lithium cation and the conjugate base of ammonia. It is a white solid with a tetragonal crystal structure. It reacts with water to form lithium hydroxide and ammonia.

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Merck Index, 11th Edition, 5398.

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