| M Formula: | Li2B4O7•5H2O |
| Properties: | |
| White, crystalline powder. Mp loses water at 200C. Very soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol. | |
| Derivation: | |
| Reaction of boric acid with lithium carbonate. | |
| Use: | |
| Ceramics, vacuum spectroscopy, metal refining and degassing. | |