Liitiumühendeid

Liitiumühendeid is a term used in Estonian to refer to compounds containing lithium. These compounds play a significant role in various industrial applications, most notably in the production of batteries. Lithium-ion batteries, which utilize lithium compounds as their active materials, have become ubiquitous in portable electronics, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems due to their high energy density and long lifespan.

Beyond batteries, lithium compounds find use in ceramics and glass manufacturing, where they can lower melting points and improve durability. Lithium hydroxide, for example, is used as a lubricant additive and in the production of some types of greases. Lithium carbonate is employed in the treatment of bipolar disorder, although this is a pharmaceutical application rather than an industrial one. The extraction and processing of lithium itself are crucial steps in the supply chain for these diverse applications. Environmental considerations and the sustainability of lithium mining are increasingly important topics in discussions surrounding these compounds.