LITHIUM RESERVES FOUND IN JAMMU & KASHMIR; KNOW ITS USES

Feb 10, 2023By: Bechu S

Do you know what are the uses of Lithium?

Read ahead to find out

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Uses of lithium:

Lithium is a key component in EV batteries.

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Uses of lithium:

The non-ferrous metal is also used to make batteries for mobile phones, laptops, digital cameras

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Uses of lithium:

Non-rechargeable batteries for heart pacemakers, toys and clocks are also made using lithium.

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Not just batteries:

A magnesium-lithium alloy is used for armour plating.

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Lithium in the transportation sector:

Alloys of lithium, which are stronger and lighter, are used in the production of aircraft and high-speed trains.

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Lithium in the drug industry:

Lithium carbonate is used in drugs to treat manic depression.

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Lithium in the manufacturing sector:

Bicycle frames and glass ceramics are made using lithium among other raw materials.

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Even in everyday items:

Air conditioning and industrial drying systems use lithium oxide and lithium bromide respectively.

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