Li2SeO4, also known as Lithium Selenate, is a chemical compound with a molecular weight of 173.83 g/mol. It consists of two Lithium (Li) atoms, one Selenium (Se) atom, and four Oxygen (O) atoms.
In Li2SeO4, the Selenium atom forms valence bonds with four Oxygen atoms to form the SeO4(2-) ion, while the two Lithium atoms form two separate Li+ ions.
Li2SeO4 is a solid compound, colorless and odorless. Its structure is in the form of a crystal. In terms of pH, it is alkaline, as it contains the Lithium ion (Li+), a mild alkali compound.
Li2SeO4 can react with various metals, acids, non-metals, and salts. Specifically, it can react with metals such as Cu, Fe, Zn to form new compounds; react with acids such as H2SO4, HCl to form new compounds; react with non-metals such as S, P, C to form new compounds; and react with salts such as NaCl, KCl to form new compounds.
Li2SeO4 can be synthesized in the laboratory through the reaction between Lithium and Selenate. Industrially, it can be produced using electrolysis or chemical synthesis processes. However, it should be noted that the synthesis process needs to be conducted under supervision and strict adherence to safety measures.