What generally happens to the 1 valence electron of lithium?

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shofmannx20

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on: Sep 21, 2013

What generally happens to the 1 valence electron of lithium?

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asd123

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Reply #1 on: Sep 21, 2013

In most instances, lithium donates that electron. Lithium has an electronegative value of 0.98. In most instances, it will exist in the form Li+.

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