Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Lithium fluoride is an ionic compound composed of lithium ions (Li+) and fluoride ions (F-). It has high melting point and low solubility in water.
Related terms
Covalent Bonding: Covalent bonding involves sharing of electrons between atoms rather than transferring them completely like in ionic bonds.
Crystal Lattice Structure: The arrangement of atoms or molecules in a crystal structure. Both sodium chloride and lithium fluoride form crystal lattice structures due to their ionic nature.
Ionization Energy: The energy required to remove an electron from an atom or ion. Lithium has a low ionization energy, which is why it can easily form an ionic bond with fluoride.