Lithium Nitride (Li3N)-Powder

Characteristic




Lithium nitride is a compound with the formula Li3N. It is the only stable alkali metal nitride. The solid is a reddish-pink color and has a high melting point.




Chemical formula：Li3N

Molar mass：34.83 g/mol

Appearance：red, purple solid

Density：1.270 g/cm3

Melting point：813 °C (1,495 °F; 1,086 K)

Solubility in water：reacts

log P：3.24




Application




Lithium nitride is a kind of fast ionic conductor and its conductivity is higher than other inorganic lithium salts

In addition to its use as a solid electrolyte, lithium nitride is also an effective catalyst for the conversion of hexagonal boron nitride to cubic boron nitride.