Title: Lithium Selenite
CAS Registry Number: 15593-51-8
CAS Name: Selenious acid dilithium salt
Molecular Formula: Li2O3Se
Molecular Weight: 140.84
Percent Composition: Li 9.86%, O 34.08%, Se 56.06%
Literature References: Prepd from a soln of selenious acid in lithium hydroxide at 60°: Nilson,
Bull. Soc. Chim. [2]
21, 253 (1874);
ibid. [2]
23, 262 (1875).
Derivative Type: Monohydrate
Properties: Acicular crystals. Hygroscopic. More sol in cold water than in hot water.
Status: This monograph has been retired and is no longer subject to revision or update.