Litiumylioksidia

Litiumylioksidia, also known as lithium peroxide, is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Li2O2. It is a white solid that is soluble in water, where it decomposes to form lithium hydroxide and oxygen.

Litiumylioksidia can be synthesized by the reaction of lithium oxide with oxygen or by the electrolysis of lithium hydroxide. It is a strong oxidizing agent and can react vigorously with combustible materials.

Due to its reactivity, litiumylioksidia is not widely used in industrial applications. However, it has been explored for use in certain niche applications, such as in oxygen generators for spacecraft and submarines. Its ability to release oxygen when decomposed makes it a potential source of breathable air in closed environments.

The compound is also of interest in research due to its peroxide structure and its potential role in lithium-based battery technologies, although direct use of Li2O2 as an electrode material is limited. Handling litiumylioksidia requires caution due to its oxidizing properties and potential to react with moisture.