... ; this effect is due to the formation of the metastable bicarbonate:Li2CO3 + CO2 + H2O → 2 LiHCO3Lithium carbonate, and other carbonates ... temperatures greater than 1,300 °C (1,570 K).Applications Lithium carbonate is an important industrial chemical. It forms low-melting ... iron oxide (Fe2O3). Cement sets more rapidly when prepared with lithium carbonate, and is useful for tile adhesives. When added to ...