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What is the name of Li3N

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Lithium nitride. You need 3 Li's to balance the -3 charge on nitride. The Li charge is +1. Therefore, 3 +1s added to -3 gives you 0.
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Answer: Lithium nitride

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Lithium nitride is a compound with the formula Li3N. It is the only stable alkali metal nitride. The solid has a reddish-pink color and high melting point

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