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 hydroxide is a compound consisting of lithium ions (Li+) and hydroxide ions (OH-). It is an alkali metal hydroxide that is commonly used in batteries.
Alkali metals are a group of elements including lithium, sodium, potassium, etc. They have similar properties such as being highly reactive with water.
Hydroxide Ion: A negatively charged molecule made up of one oxygen atom and one hydrogen atom (OH-). It behaves as a base by accepting protons from acids.
A chemical reaction in which an acid reacts with a base to produce salt and water. Lithium hydroxide can participate in neutralization reactions by reacting with acids to form salts.